Title
National Electricity Grid Code
- Regulation Number : 2
- Year : 2009
- Date of Gazette : 05/10/2009
- Classification : General Policy
Introduction
The National Electricity Grid Code of Ghana referred to in this document as the Grid Code,
establishes the requirements, procedures, practices and standards that govern the development, operation,
maintenance and use of the high voltage transmission system in Ghana. The purpose of the Grid Code
is to ensure that the NITS provides fair, transparent, non-discriminatory, safe, reliable, secure and cost
efficient delivery of electrical energy.
Art 1.01 This Grid Code is issued by the Energy Commission and it is based on the provisions of sections
24, 27 and 28 of the Energy Commission Act, 1997 (Act 541) that work together to ensure the coordinated
operation of the high voltage transmission system within Ghana.
Art 1.02 The Grid Code describes the responsibilities and obligations associated with all the functions
involved in the supply, transmission and delivery of bulk electric power and energy over the NITS
including the functions of the ETU, a NITS Asset Owner, a Wholesale Supplier, a Distribution Company
and a Bulk Customer.