BY NADIA NTIAMOAH
The University of Ghana’s College of Basic and Applied Sciences (CBAS) has expressed appreciation to the Rainbow Trust Foundation and its Danish partner, the Poul Due Jensen Foundation, also known as the Grundfos Foundation, for providing two hybrid solar-powered boreholes to improve water supply on the university’s campus.
In a letter dated October 21, 2026, the Provost of the College of Basic and Applied Sciences, Professor S.M. Yidana, conveyed the college’s gratitude to the two foundations for the intervention, which is expected to support academic and research activities.
According to the letter, the two boreholes have been installed at the Centre for Climate Change and Sustainability Studies and the Hotspot Zone near the Jones Quartey Building.
The facilities are expected to provide a reliable and sustainable water supply for teaching, research and laboratory activities involving students and staff of the university.
Professor Yidana noted that the solar-powered design of the boreholes also aligns with the University of Ghana’s commitment to clean energy and environmental sustainability.
The College of Basic and Applied Sciences reaffirmed its appreciation to the Rainbow Trust Foundation and the Poul Due Jensen Foundation for their contribution to improving water access and supporting the university’s teaching and research mandate.
