PRESEC Legon crowned champions of 2025 National Renewable Energy Challenge with award-winning solar health innovation

Accra, Oct. 8, The Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon, has emerged champion of the sixth edition of the National Senior High Schools (SHS) Renewable Energy Challenge, held under the theme “Sustainable Energy for a Healthier Future,” focusing on food security, waste management, and health delivery.

PRESEC, representing the Greater Accra Region, topped five other schools in the finals with an outstanding 81 per cent score. The team presented “HealthPort”, an innovative solar-powered system designed to enhance access to primary healthcare. Their exceptional performance earned them the top prize, which included a 7kWp Solar PV system with a one-year maintenance plan, 25 LED streetlights, 25 GAST Integrated Science Books, four skeletal system models, a plaque, and a total cash award of GH₵25,000, GH₵10,000 for the school and GH₵15,000 for the team.

Ahantaman Girls’ SHS placed second with a score of 79 per cent, receiving GH₵7,000 for the school and GH₵10,000 for the team. OLA Girls’ SHS from the Ahafo Region came third with 76 per cent, receiving GH₵5,000 for the school and GH₵7,500 for the team. Dabokpa Technical Institute, Adidome SHS, and Damango SHS followed closely with scores of 75, 74, and 73 per cent, respectively, each receiving GH₵7,500 for their teams.

Ahantaman Girls’ SHS was also adjudged the Best Presenting Team, while PRESEC Legon received an additional award for the Innovative Project of the Year.

Mrs. Eunice A. Biritwum, Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, lauded the participants for their creativity and innovation in tackling real-world problems through renewable energy solutions. She said the challenge continues to highlight the potential of young Ghanaians in driving sustainable development.

Mrs. Biritwum further noted that, through collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), selected projects would be refined and commercialised to strengthen the link between academia and industry.

“Your ideas matter, your innovations are needed, and your resilience will shape the future of our communities,” Mr. Adjetey told the students, encouraging them to see themselves as inventors and entrepreneurs capable of driving Ghana’s sustainable energy agenda.

Mr. Solomon Adjetey, Chief Director at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, urged the students to sustain their innovation beyond the competition and develop ideas that could be transformed into viable commercial solutions. He praised the Energy Commission for ensuring that students’ projects progress beyond prototypes through partnerships with tertiary institutions and research bodies.