Dr. Isaac Ankrah is a Lecturer in the Economics Department at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) and holds a Ph.D. in Technology Economics and Management, as well as a Master of Economics degree in financial engineering from Xiamen University, China. His research interests encompass Applied Economics, Energy Economics and Policy Design, and the interaction between technology, economy, and sustainability.
Dr. Ankrah has established himself as a thought leader in the field, with numerous publications on renewable energy development in emerging economies. His work is recognized in the Transforming Energy Access Learning Partnership Program (TEA-LP), where three of his research papers serve as course materials. He is a certified reviewer for several Elsevier journals and has contributed opinions on critical economic issues, including the impact of oil price shocks and China’s role in Africa’s development.
In 2022, Dr. Ankrah was honored by the Institute of Certified Chartered Economists (ICCE) as one of Sub-Saharan Africa's 30 Most Influential Young Economists. He is an active member of the Young Global Economists Society and serves as a Senior Research Fellow at the Africa-China Center for Policy and Advisory. Additionally, he facilitates workshops for energy professionals at the Africa Institute of Management Studies (AIMS-Ghana), demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in the energy sector.
For further information or collaboration opportunities, please contact Dr. Ankrah at iankrah@gctu.edu.gh or infoankrah@gmail.com.
