About Us

The Ghana Circular Economy Centre (GCEC) supports Ghana’s transition from a linear “take–make–dispose” model to a regenerative, circular economy.

overview

A Hub for Technical Excellence & Circular Innovation

The Centre was established to serve as a national hub for circular economy knowledge, innovation, collaboration, and enterprise support, under a five-year flagship initiative (2022–2027) implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST).

The initiative promotes sustainable and resilient enterprises and inclusive economic growth, positioning Ghana as a leader in sustainable development within the region.

Projected impact by 2027

1500 +

Entrepreneurs Supported

USD 0 M

Private Capital Mobilized

100 +

Technologies Validated

Driven by Purpose

Our foundation is built on circular principles, aiming to create a continuous loop of value and sustainability.

Our Vision

To be Ghana’s catalyst for a circular economy that powers sustainable and resilient industry, green jobs, and inclusive economic growth.

Our Mission

To advance Ghana’s circular economy by empowering industries and enterprises to create value, quality jobs, and economic resilience through innovation and investment.

Sustainable Development Goals

Global Integration,
Local Impact.

GCEC aligns its circular initiatives with the United Nations 2030 agenda, prioritizing systemic change across five core pillars of development.

2030 Target

64 MtCO2e

framework

NDC Aligned

Gender Equality

Empowering female-led circular ventures through gender-responsive technical support and inclusive financing models.

decent work

Fostering inclusive economic development and green job creation through circular enterprise support and skill building.

Industry & Innovation

Accelerating industrial modernization through resource-efficient technologies and sustainable manufacturing hubs.

Consumption

Establishing CE-OM roadmaps for textiles and waste reduction pathways to shift from linear to regenerative cycles.

Climate Action

Strategic deployment of resource-efficient measures to lower Ghana’s industrial carbon footprint and meet national targets.

INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK Hosting & Technical Leadership

The GCEC is proudly hosted at Ho Technical University, providing a dedicated environment for research and practical application.

Agriculture & Agro-Processing Value Chains

Technical Lead: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

Plastics Value Chain

Technical Lead: University of Cape Coast (UCC) Consortium Partners: Cape Coast Technical University and City Waste Recycling Limited

Textiles Value Chain

Technical Lead: The Or Foundation

Global Partners

Global Affairs Canada, UNIDO

Ready to get involved?

Whether you are an innovator, an investor, or a policy maker, let’s collaborate to build a sustainable and waste-free future together.