An Empirical Study of Renewable Energy Technology Acceptance in Ghana Using an Extended Technology Acceptance Model

Energy consumption, and its impact on the environment, has become an increased focal point in Ghana, a sub-Saharan African country, following population growth rapid urbanization. Ghana high potential for renewable energy generation; nevertheless, low acceptance usage have been found. An extensive study is required to understand causes driving poor acceptability intentions use energy. This aims empirically investigate of using extended technology model (TAM). A cross-sectional survey was conducted, from 1 February 2021 30 June 2021, self-administered questionnaire. The carried out Ghanaian adults age 18 years above. Data collected 1068 respondents Ghana’s northern southern parts analyzed partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS software. results data analysis reveal that environmental awareness biggest predictor intention Ghana. Perceived affordability also found be most significant attitudes towards findings this research will give policymakers, manufacturers, providers appliances better understanding factors determine