Leveraging Green Business Practices for AfCFTA Participation and Competitiveness-The Case of Energy Efficiency Network Companies in Ghana

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The assessment established links between the competitiveness of Association of Ghana Industries (AGI)-Energy Efficiency Network (EEN) member’s green business practices and export competitiveness. The research:

  1. Identified green business practices of EEN members
  2. Assessed how green business practices contributes to businesses competitiveness
  3. Assessed current export markets and their challenges for these businesses
  4. Assessed export readiness and capacity to export under the AfCFTA
  5. Identified awareness and capacity challenges in accessing the AfCFTA opportunities
  6. Recommended and undertook capacity building activities to support their AfCFTA export plans.