Ghana Passes Air Quality Management Regulation to Tackle Pollution
Parliament has passed the long-awaited Air Quality Management Regulation, a landmark law designed to improve air quality and strengthen enforcement standards across Ghana. The announcement was made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Professor Nana Ama Brown Klutse, during the commemoration of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies in Tema. Prof. Klutse, in a speech delivered on her behalf, expressed joy at the passage of the new regulation, stressing that it will soon be available for implementation. She explained that the law will not only promote cleaner air but also enhance enforcement of standards nationwide. She emphasized the need for an Air Quality Information Management System, urging stakeholders to provide data and support to ensure successful implementation. Prof. Klutse commended individuals and groups monitoring air quality, noting that “we are racing against […]