The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST

The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST The Energy Center, TEC started activities in 2006 and was formally approved by the Academic Board of KNUST in 2009.

Over the years TEC has provided a platform for the pursuit of multidisciplinary research and development activities at KNUST, pulling resources from the College of Engineering (CoE) as well as other Colleges of the University.

Energy Fact by the Brew-Hammond Energy Centređź’ˇTurbines adjust blade angles with hydraulic or electric systems to regulat...
18/08/2025

Energy Fact by the Brew-Hammond Energy Centređź’ˇ

Turbines adjust blade angles with hydraulic or electric systems to regulate power or shut down during storms.

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Professor Johannes Awudza, Group Chair for Biofuels and Bioenergy at the The Brew Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST, has urge...
18/08/2025

Professor Johannes Awudza, Group Chair for Biofuels and Bioenergy at the The Brew Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST, has urged the government to take deliberate steps to promote the development and use of biofuels in Ghana’s energy mix.
He emphasised that unless the Energy Commission and other relevant authorities show real commitment, the country’s progress in bioenergy will remain stagnant.

“The Energy Commission and the country as a whole must decide that we want to promote bioenergy and biofuels. If we fail to do that, then we must reconsider the type of fuel we are importing into the country,” he said.

Read more ⬇️
https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/node/449

Government Must Push Banks to Finance Renewable Energy -Jacob HobenuThe Head of Corporate Banking at Republic Bank, Mr. ...
15/08/2025

Government Must Push Banks to Finance Renewable Energy -Jacob Hobenu

The Head of Corporate Banking at Republic Bank, Mr. Jacob Kofi Mensa Hobenu, has called on the government and all stakeholders to exert greater pressure on financial markets to drive investments into renewable energy, particularly solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind power.

Speaking at the The Brew Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST Webinar Series, held in collaboration with the Climate Compatible Growth on Thursday, 14th August 2025, Mr. Hobenu identified seven key forms of renewable energy critical to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with solar and wind playing an instrumental role.

“Solar and wind are very key areas we need to commit to as a country,” he said. “There is the need to commit resources, especially in power generation, where renewable energy presents one of the most significant potentials for growth.”
Read more:
https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/node/451

Some Solar Panels Are Efficient Even Under Low Light ConditionsA study conducted by researchers at the Brew Hammond Ener...
13/08/2025

Some Solar Panels Are Efficient Even Under Low Light Conditions

A study conducted by researchers at the Brew Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST has revealed that certain types of solar panels, specifically monocrystalline silicon panels, perform better in low light conditions than others, making them more reliable for areas that don’t get strong sunlight all year round.

The research led by Professor Gabriel Takyi, a fellow at the Centre, compared monocrystalline and polycrystalline panels, the two most common types used in homes and solar farms.

They found that monocrystalline panels consistently delivered higher power output at lower sunlight levels than polycrystalline ones. This means fewer panels may be needed when using monocrystalline types, even when sunlight is weak.
Read more: https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/node/448

đź’ˇ Energy Fact from the Brew-Hammond Energy CentreDid you know? Wind turbines can rotate their entire nacelle (housing) t...
12/08/2025

đź’ˇ Energy Fact from the Brew-Hammond Energy Centre

Did you know? Wind turbines can rotate their entire nacelle (housing) to face the wind using a yaw system powered by motors and gears. Guided by wind direction sensors, this system can turn a 100+ ton nacelle to keep it perfectly aligned with the wind for maximum efficiency.

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Join the Short Course on Solar PV Design & Installation at the The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre from the 8th to 12th Septe...
11/08/2025

Join the Short Course on Solar PV Design & Installation at the The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre from the 8th to 12th September 2025.
Learn, install, and manage solar systems with confidence.

đź“Ť Petroleum Building, College of Engineering, KNUST
🕗 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💼 Certification • Networking • Career relevance

Register here:
bit.ly/4iKdPQs

Call for Applications: 2nd edition of Professor Abeeku Brew-Hammond Energy AwardsAre you a final year student with a bri...
06/08/2025

Call for Applications: 2nd edition of Professor Abeeku Brew-Hammond Energy Awards

Are you a final year student with a brilliant and innovative energy-related project?
Apply for the 2nd edition and showcase your innovation !
Deadline for Submission is 10th August 2025

Apply here: http://bit.ly/abhe24

ANIMAL MANURE, THE PROMISING SOURCE OF CLEAN ENERGYA study conducted by Researchers at the Brew-Hammond Energy Centre ha...
06/08/2025

ANIMAL MANURE, THE PROMISING SOURCE OF CLEAN ENERGY

A study conducted by Researchers at the Brew-Hammond Energy Centre has found that animal manure may be Ghana’s most promising resource for producing clean energy from biomass. The research, conducted using a scientific decision-making model, compared five different biomass resources: crop residue, animal manure, forest residue, energy crops, and municipal solid waste.

Bioenergy, energy derived from organic materials like plants, waste, or manure, is becoming increasingly important in Ghana’s efforts to find sustainable energy alternatives. However, choosing the best resource for bioenergy is a complex task. It involves balancing multiple factors such as environmental impact, cost, and social acceptability.
Read more:
https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/node/447

Energy Fact by the Brew-Hammond Energy Centređź’ˇMost commercial wind turbines use three blades, the perfect balance of eff...
04/08/2025

Energy Fact by the Brew-Hammond Energy Centređź’ˇ

Most commercial wind turbines use three blades, the perfect balance of efficiency, cost, and stability. More or fewer? Less effective.

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KNUST Collaborates with Genser Energy to Champion Engineering Excellence in Natural Gas DevelopmentThe KNUST College of ...
04/08/2025

KNUST Collaborates with Genser Energy to Champion Engineering Excellence in Natural Gas Development

The KNUST College of Engineering in collaboration with Genser Energy and The The Brew Hammond Energy Centre, KNUST (TBHEC), hosted a seminar on the theme "Fuelling Ghana’s Future: Engineering Excellence in Natural Gas Infrastructure Development."

Delivering a welcome address on behalf of the Provost of the College of Engineering, Professor Francis Kemausuor emphasised the need to celebrate and advance engineering excellence in Ghana. He acknowledged the significance of technical education and the essential role it plays in powering national development through practical, real-world application.

Professor David Ato Quansah, PhD Ato Quansah, Director of The Centre, provided a background to the growing relationship between KNUST and Genser Energy. He noted that the partnership was initiated in December of the previous year and has since produced three major action items. These include visits by staff and students to Genser facilities, technical seminars, and collaborative research projects focused on areas of mutual interest.

Mr. Henry Abeiku Oppong, VP- Operations at Genser Energy, shared his personal journey with the company, which has been at the forefront of Ghana’s natural gas revolution for the past 18 years. He recounted Genser’s role in building the largest natural gas pipeline transmission system in the country and credited much of the success to KNUST alumni who have taken up leadership roles within the company.
Reflecting on his early career, Mr. Abeiku admitted to making mistakes and learning valuable lessons.
"It is very important as a young engineer to understand the expectations of your management. I learned that every decision I make must align with the company’s standards and codes " he advised.

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https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/

Energy Fact from the Brew-Hammond Energy Centre đź’ˇDid you know modern wind turbine blades are twisted and tapered to capt...
28/07/2025

Energy Fact from the Brew-Hammond Energy Centre đź’ˇ
Did you know modern wind turbine blades are twisted and tapered to capture more energy from the wind efficiently? This smart design helps generate more power at different wind speeds.

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The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre Second Quarter Newsletter is Out! We’re excited to share the second edition of our 2025 q...
24/07/2025

The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre Second Quarter Newsletter is Out!

We’re excited to share the second edition of our 2025 quarterly newsletter, packed with insights, updates, and highlights of our work in sustainable energy research, innovation, and development.

đź”— Visit our LinkedIn page to explore more updates and insights into our work:

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