Kosmos Innovation Center’s (KIC) incubated business, Green Heart SE commissioned itsCarbon Removal Project recently on 25th September, 2025 in Tepa in the Ashanti Region ofGhana.
The landmark unveiling, held under the distinguished presence of traditional rulers from Tepa, brought together leading voices from agriculture, climate action, and business to celebrate a bold step toward sustainable farming and climate resilience.
The Special Guest of Honour, Nana Adusei Atwenewa Ampem, Tepamanhene (Chief of Tepa), was joined by dignitaries including the Akyempemhene of Juaben Traditional Council and 2022Ghanaian National Best Farmer, Nana Yaw Sarpong Siriboe. Other notable attendees included Mr. Nelson Madiba Amo, Executive Director and some staff of GBHub Africa, who are funders of the project; Regional and District Directors of Agriculture from the Ashanti Region; personnel from security agencies and a delegation from the Ghana Hub Network led by Chairman, Mr. Yaw Adu-Gyamfi. Kosmos Innovation Center Ghana was represented by Esther Kyerewaa Twumasi, Communications Officer.
At the heart of the ceremony was the commissioning of a state-of-the-art pyrolysis unit, capable of processing up to five tons of farm and milling waste daily. This innovative technology converts agricultural residues into high-value products such as biochar and wood vinegar, offering multiple benefits: enriching soils, cutting methane emissions from rice fields, reducing open burning, and creating green jobs for youth and women.
GreenHeart SE emphasized that the project is not only about carbon removal but also about celebrating farmers as the backbone of Ghana’s food systems. By positioning Tepa as a model for circular economy solutions, the initiative underscores Ghana’s commitment to climate-smart agriculture, food security, and rural development.
Speaking about the importance of innovation in addressing climate action Mr. Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, Executive Director of Kosmos Innovation Center highlights:
“This milestone by GreenHeart SE demonstrates the power of innovation when young entrepreneurs are given the right support and ecosystem to thrive. At KIC, we are proud to see one of our incubated businesses develop this carbon removal project. The initiative not only advances climate-smart agriculture but also positions farmers at the heart of solutions to the global climate crisis. It reflects the vision of KIC to empower agribusiness startups to drive transformation and resilience across Ghana and Africa.”
The strong turnout of traditional leaders, development partners, and agribusiness champions underscored the shared vision of building a future where agriculture drives both prosperity and climate action.
Through this project, Green Heart SE is affirming its commitment to innovation and sustainable agriculture. Through its efforts, together with other initiatives in the country, Ghana is taking concrete actions to turn carbon pollution into carbon solutions, with farmers at the center of the transformation.
