The Managing Director of RIFE Energy Ghana Ltd and Founder of CIPA Holdings Group, Kwaku Osei-Sarpong, has been recognised as the Rising Star of the Year at the prestigious 2024 Ghana Energy Awards.
This accolade underscores his significant contributions to Ghana’s energy sector and his unwavering commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Mr. Osei-Sarpong’s innovative leadership and groundbreaking work have positioned him as a prominent figure in the industry. His focus on renewable energy projects, energy efficiency initiatives, and strategic partnerships has propelled Ghana towards a more sustainable energy future.
The Rising Star of the Year award celebrates young professionals who demonstrate exceptional talent and a forward-thinking approach. Osei-Sarpong’s recognition is a testament to his dedication to driving positive change in the energy sector.
“I am honored to receive this award,” said Mr. Osei-Sarpong. “
This recognition inspires me to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability. Our goal is to create a cleaner, greener future for Ghana, and I am committed to working with industry leaders, government officials, and communities to achieve this vision.”
Mr. Osei-Sarpong’s impact extends beyond Ghana. As a recognised leader in Africa’s energy sector, he has successfully completed distributed energy transactions worth millions of US dollars and supported the deployment of a USD 120 million Energy Entrepreneurs Growth Fund across the continent.
His companies have made significant strides in advancing utility-scale and distributed energy solutions for various sectors, including mining, industrial operations, commercial entities, utilities, and governments.
With a strong focus on decentralizing and decarbonizing electricity generation through distributed solar, battery energy storage solutions (BESS), and other clean energy initiatives, Osei-Sarpong is empowering communities, bolstering energy security, and contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.
Mr. Osei-Sarpong’s impressive track record includes numerous accolades. In 2023, he was named in the Ghana 40 under 40 Awards in the Climate and Environmental category for his work in the clean energy industry and was listed among the “100 Ghanaians of Noble Disposition”.
He was also named one of Africa’s 100 Most Influential Young Africans in 2024. His previous honors include the West African Nobles Business Excellence and Integrity Awards in 2022 and the Enactus Global Leadership Award in 2022.
His commitment to excellence and his passion for sustainable energy have solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the industry.
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