Data Collection, Collation & Dissemination
The Water Resources Commission (WRC) plays a central role in gathering, analyzing, and sharing accurate data to support sustainable water management in Ghana. Our focus areas include groundwater availability, surface and groundwater quality, and access to Right to Information (RTI) compliant resources.
We collect data through field assessments, monitoring stations, and institutional collaboration. This data is then validated, organized, and shared with stakeholders, including government agencies, researchers, policymakers, and the general public.
By disseminating timely and relevant information, the WRC supports evidence-based decision-making, transparency, and public access to vital water-related information empowering communities and institutions to take informed action.
Ground Water
Groundwater Data Management Groundwater is a critical resource for domestic, agricultural, and industrial use across Ghana. The Water Resources Commission (WRC) systematically collects, collates, and disseminates groundwater data to ensure its sustainable use and protection. Our work involves monitoring groundwater levels, mapping aquifers, and assessing recharge rates and abstraction pressures across key basins. We collaborate […]
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Right to Information As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, the Water Resources Commission (WRC) actively supports public access to information in line with the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989). We collect, manage, and make available key data on Ghana’s water resources—ensuring that individuals, researchers, institutions, and the general public can […]
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Water Quality Monitoring Water Quality Monitoring The Water Resources Commission (WRC) is mandated to protect and manage the quality of Ghana’s water resources in the interest of both current and future generations. To fulfil this mandate, the WRC routinely collects and analyses surface and groundwater quality data across major basins to evaluate pollution status and […]
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