Sustainability & ESG

Powering Ghana Responsibly.

At Explorco, sustainability is embedded in how we plan, operate, and grow. We balance energy security with environmental stewardship, shared prosperity, and strong governance so value created today endures for generations.

Core Pillars

We minimize our footprint across the full E&P lifecycle—prioritising emissions reduction, spill prevention, water protection, and biodiversity.

  • Focus areas: GHG reduction, methane management, flaring minimization, waste & water, biodiversity

  • Key initiatives: Leak Detection & Repair (LDAR), energy-efficient equipment, flaring abatement, waste segregation & recycling, site biodiversity plans

  • Outcomes: Fewer incidents, lower emissions intensity, better resource efficiency

We create lasting benefits through jobs, skills, safety, and community partnerships.

  • Focus areas: HSE culture, workforce development, supplier localization, community investments, human rights

  • Key initiatives: Safety leadership training, scholarships & STEM programs, local supplier onboarding & mentoring, community health & livelihood projects

  • Outcomes: Safer workplaces, skilled local talent, thriving host communities

Sound governance underpins everything we do.

  • Focus areas: Board oversight, risk & compliance, anti-corruption, data integrity, transparent reporting

  • Key initiatives: Code of Conduct & anti-bribery training, incident & risk registers, internal audits, whistleblowing channels, ESG reporting alignment

  • Outcomes: Accountability, resilience, stakeholder trust

Safety is non-negotiable—every task, every day.

  • Commitment: “Zero harm” mindset; we design for safety, train for excellence, and learn from every event.

  • Key practices: Permit-to-Work, contractor HSE onboarding, emergency response drills, near-miss reporting culture, management of change (MoC)

We support Ghana’s energy needs while lowering carbon intensity.

  • Pathways: Efficiency upgrades, electrification where feasible, methane controls, renewable integration for auxiliary loads, carbon-aware project screening

  • Planning: Scenario analysis, marginal abatement cost curves, portfolio optimization

Our ESG Operating Model

Policy & Standards

Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, HSE Policy, Human Rights Policy, Supplier Code, Data Privacy.

Risk & Assurance

ESG risk register, internal audits, corrective actions, Board/Audit & Risk Committee oversight.

Stakeholder Engagement

Host communities, workforce, suppliers, regulators, JV partners—mapped with engagement plans and grievance pathways.

Disclosure & Alignment

We align with globally recognized frameworks and best practices and publish periodic ESG updates.

Education & Skills
We invest in the next generation through STEM scholarships, technical training, and hands-on opportunities such as internships and apprenticeships.

Health & Safety
Our outreach programmes promote healthier, safer communities, with a focus on healthcare access, road safety awareness, and strengthened emergency response systems.

Livelihoods
We support sustainable economic growth by empowering local suppliers, strengthening agri-value chains, and creating opportunities for women- and youth-led enterprises.

Environment
We actively protect Ghana’s natural heritage through reforestation, coastal and habitat restoration, and community-driven clean-up initiatives.

Measurement
Every initiative is tracked through clear KPIs, beneficiary feedback, and independent verification to ensure real and lasting impact.

We are committed to building a resilient, competitive local supply chain that aligns with global standards while unlocking opportunities for Ghanaian businesses.

Onboarding & Capacity Building
We provide transparent pre-qualification processes, HSE and QA/QC training, and ensure fair, timely payments to strengthen supplier readiness.

Performance
Suppliers are evaluated through balanced scorecards measuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and ESG compliance.

Inclusion
We create pathways for SMEs and women-led businesses, ensuring fair participation and meaningful integration into our supply network.

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Hon. Benjamin Ayiku
Board Member

Hon. Benjamin Narteh Ayiku is a Ghanaian politician and a prominent member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He currently serves as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Ledzokuku Constituency (Teshie) in the Greater Accra Region. In August 2025, he was appointed to the Board of GNPC Explorco. 

Key Strengths

Beyond his constituency, he serves on several influential parliamentary committees, including Security and Intelligence, Economy and Development, and Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs, indicating a well-rounded expertise in national governance.

Ayiku has prioritized local safety through his "Light Up Teshie" efforts, donating and installing over 2,000 streetlights across the constituency to curb nighttime criminal activities. He has also focused on road rehabilitation projects to improve accessibility for residents.

Experience

Hon. Benjamin Narteh Ayiku has a diverse background spanning the corporate sector, entrepreneurship, and public service.

  • He served as a Production Manager at Stanbic Bank Ghana.
  • He is a trained Accountant 
  • He is the Founder and CEO of the Maxxon Filling Station chain of fuel stations.

Current External Roles

Hon. Benjamin Narteh Ayiku holds several key external and governance roles beyond his duties as the Member of Parliament for Ledzokuku: 

  • Board MemberGNPC Explorco
Kwame Ntow Amoah
Board Member

Kwame Ntow Amoah joined GNPC as acting chief executive officer on February 17, 2025. In August 2025, The Energy Minister appointed him as a Board Member of GNPC Explorco.

Key Strengths

Kwame Ntow Amoah has over 33 years of experience in the petroleum industry with a wealth of expertise in leadership, energy economics, public and corporate policy, strategy development, finance raising, and negotiations.

Experience

Throughout his career, Mr. Amoah has held key leadership roles, including Deputy Chief Executive at GNPC and Advisor to the Minister of Energy/Director of Petroleum at the Ministry of Energy. He has also served as Chairman and Member of various national, international, and industry boards and committees. Mr. Amoah has played a pivotal role in international arbitration cases involving Ghana. His contributions include serving as Technical Advisor for Ghana in the Maritime Boundary Case, which the country won on September 23, 2017.

Current External Roles

  • Chairman of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO)
  • Board Member, GNPC Foundation
  • Chairman, GNPC-Technip Engineering Services Limited
Samuel O. Arthur
Managing Director

In August 2025, The Energy Minister appointed Samuel Opoku Arthur as a Board Member of GNPC Explorco.

Key Strengths

15+ years in energy sector operations, commercial strategy, and project development, coordinating exploration planning, stakeholder engagement, and execution of large frontier projects.

Experience

A senior energy and commercial executive with 25+ years of experience across oil and gas, power, mining, and industry in Ghana. He served as Director of Petroleum at the Ministry of Energy & Green Transition in 2025 and previously spent over 12 years at the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation in strategic and gas business leadership roles. His earlier career includes commercial and operational positions with INSYSS Ghana Ltd, Lancaster Plant Ltd, Metso Minerals, and ExxonMobil Corporation.

Current External Roles

Serves as the Managing Director for GNPC Explorco.

Dr Aaron Issa Anafure
Chairman

In August 2025, The Energy Minister appointed Dr. Anafure as the Board Chairman of GNPC Explorco.

Key Strengths

Dr Aaron Issah Anafure is an accomplished insurance professional with extensive credentials and achievements.

Experience

Previously, he served as CEO of SIC Life and CDH Life Insurance Company Limited, and was instrumental in founding SIC Life Savings and Loans. Under his leadership, the company won the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIMG) Life category award five times and was inducted into the CIMG Hall of Fame in 2018.

Current External Roles

CEO - Quality Life Assurance Company (QLAC).

Seth Kwame Boateng
Corporate Affairs

Seth Kwame Boateng is a multi-award-winning Ghanaian journalist and documentary filmmaker who brings over two decades of impact storytelling to corporate communications. His work has shaped national conversations and led to major public-interest reforms through powerful investigative films such as Locked and Forgotten, Left to Rot, and Next to Die.

As Head of Corporate Affairs, Seth leads stakeholder engagement, media relations, and ESG communications—delivering clear, credible messaging that builds trust with communities, regulators, and partners.

He is the recipient of several prestigious honours, including:

  • GJA Journalist of the Year (2015)
  • WAMECA West African Journalist of the Year
  • ICFJ Global Health Reporting Award (2017)
  • WHO Road Safety Reporting Contest winner (2022)
  • George Ayittey Memorial Award for Excellence in Journalism (2023)

Seth holds an MPH in Health Management Planning & Policy from the University of Leeds, an MA in Communication Studies from the University of Ghana, an MA in Conflict, Peace & Security from KAIPTC, and a BA in Economics & Sociology from the University of Cape Coast.

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Sustainability & ESG

Powering Ghana Responsibly.

At Explorco, sustainability is embedded in how we plan, operate, and grow. We balance energy security with environmental stewardship, shared prosperity, and strong governance so value created today endures for generations.

Core Pillars

We minimize our footprint across the full E&P lifecycle—prioritising emissions reduction, spill prevention, water protection, and biodiversity.

  • Focus areas: GHG reduction, methane management, flaring minimization, waste & water, biodiversity

  • Key initiatives: Leak Detection & Repair (LDAR), energy-efficient equipment, flaring abatement, waste segregation & recycling, site biodiversity plans

  • Outcomes: Fewer incidents, lower emissions intensity, better resource efficiency

We create lasting benefits through jobs, skills, safety, and community partnerships.

  • Focus areas: HSE culture, workforce development, supplier localization, community investments, human rights

  • Key initiatives: Safety leadership training, scholarships & STEM programs, local supplier onboarding & mentoring, community health & livelihood projects

  • Outcomes: Safer workplaces, skilled local talent, thriving host communities

Sound governance underpins everything we do.

  • Focus areas: Board oversight, risk & compliance, anti-corruption, data integrity, transparent reporting

  • Key initiatives: Code of Conduct & anti-bribery training, incident & risk registers, internal audits, whistleblowing channels, ESG reporting alignment

  • Outcomes: Accountability, resilience, stakeholder trust

Safety is non-negotiable—every task, every day.

  • Commitment: “Zero harm” mindset; we design for safety, train for excellence, and learn from every event.

  • Key practices: Permit-to-Work, contractor HSE onboarding, emergency response drills, near-miss reporting culture, management of change (MoC)

We support Ghana’s energy needs while lowering carbon intensity.

  • Pathways: Efficiency upgrades, electrification where feasible, methane controls, renewable integration for auxiliary loads, carbon-aware project screening

  • Planning: Scenario analysis, marginal abatement cost curves, portfolio optimization

Our ESG Operating Model

Policy & Standards

Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, HSE Policy, Human Rights Policy, Supplier Code, Data Privacy.

Risk & Assurance

ESG risk register, internal audits, corrective actions, Board/Audit & Risk Committee oversight.

Stakeholder Engagement

Host communities, workforce, suppliers, regulators, JV partners—mapped with engagement plans and grievance pathways.

Disclosure & Alignment

We align with globally recognized frameworks and best practices and publish periodic ESG updates.

Education & Skills
We invest in the next generation through STEM scholarships, technical training, and hands-on opportunities such as internships and apprenticeships.

Health & Safety
Our outreach programmes promote healthier, safer communities, with a focus on healthcare access, road safety awareness, and strengthened emergency response systems.

Livelihoods
We support sustainable economic growth by empowering local suppliers, strengthening agri-value chains, and creating opportunities for women- and youth-led enterprises.

Environment
We actively protect Ghana’s natural heritage through reforestation, coastal and habitat restoration, and community-driven clean-up initiatives.

Measurement
Every initiative is tracked through clear KPIs, beneficiary feedback, and independent verification to ensure real and lasting impact.

We are committed to building a resilient, competitive local supply chain that aligns with global standards while unlocking opportunities for Ghanaian businesses.

Onboarding & Capacity Building
We provide transparent pre-qualification processes, HSE and QA/QC training, and ensure fair, timely payments to strengthen supplier readiness.

Performance
Suppliers are evaluated through balanced scorecards measuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and ESG compliance.

Inclusion
We create pathways for SMEs and women-led businesses, ensuring fair participation and meaningful integration into our supply network.