Ghana Meteorological Agency Engages Ministry of Finance on Ghana Climate Atlas
On Thursday, 15 January 2026, the Climate Atlas Team of the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) paid a working visit to the Ministry of Finance to introduce the Ghana Climate Atlas and explore opportunities for sustained collaboration between the two institutions.
The engagement formed part of GMet’s ongoing stakeholder consultations aimed at strengthening partnerships and promoting the use of climate information in national development planning and climate financing.
The delegation was led by the Acting Deputy Director-General in charge of Operations, Dr. Ignatius Kweku Williams, who presented the Ghana Climate Atlas to officials of the Ministry of Finance. He guided the team through the key features of the Atlas and highlighted its relevance in supporting evidence-based policymaking, climate-responsive budgeting, and informed investment decisions.
Speaking during the engagement, Dr. Williams emphasised GMet’s commitment to collaboration, noting that while the Ministry may not always see its direct role reflected in meteorological products, climate information remains a critical enabler of national economic planning.
“We are keen on working closely with you. Even though the link between our work may not always be immediately apparent, we see this engagement as an important opportunity to strengthen collaboration. We appreciate the audience granted us and the insightful interactions we have had, and we look forward to returning with additional products,” he said.
In her closing remarks, Mrs. Phyllis Adwoa Fraikue, Director of the Climate Financing Division at the Ministry of Finance, welcomed the engagement and described it as both timely and enlightening.
“This engagement has been an eye opener for us. There is a great deal we can achieve together. The impact of your work can significantly support the attainment of our climate goals, improve rural livelihoods, and strengthen economic outcomes. We look forward to a continued and productive collaboration,” she stated.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment by both institutions to deepen cooperation in leveraging climate data and tools, including the Ghana Climate Atlas, to support climate financing, resilience building, and sustainable economic development.
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