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Energy Transitions

The global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy is one of the defining challenges of our time. Energy transitions require more than technology; they demand deep understanding of economic impacts, social implications, and policy frameworks that work in real contexts.

We research how societies can successfully transition to clean, sustainable energy sources while ensuring equitable outcomes for all. Our work directly informs policy decisions that shape Africa's energy future.

RenewablesEfficiencyPolicy

Focus Areas

  • Energy demand-side management and energy efficiency
  • Renewable energy (solar, wind, biomass, hydro)
  • Clean technologies (cookstoves, nuclear, natural gas, CCSU, etc.)
  • Sustainable low-cost technologies
  • Smart energy technologies
  • Smart cities

Led by

1

Prof Samuel Gyamfi

RCEES Director. 15+ years experience, energy efficiency and demand-side management leadership.

2

Prof Nana Sarfo Agyemang Derkyi

1,096 citations, 65+ publications; biogas, bioenergy and clean technology research.

3

Dr Felix Amankwah Diawuo

Clean fuel and energy technologies, supply/demand-side management, energy policy.

4

Dr. Benjamin Batinge

Energy transitions, climate change and infrastructure, sustainable development. PhD from Stellenbosch University. Consultant to UNEP, Green Climate Fund, and IFC.

5

Martin Kyereh Domfeh

Renewable energy, hydropower engineering, CFD, GIS and remote sensing.

6

Prof Felix Uba

Thermo-fluids and energy systems, solar PV thermal management.

7

Emmanuel Yeboah Asuamah

Renewable energy systems design, rural electrification, energy access.

8

Dr Gifty Serwaa Mensah

Energy access indicators, energy policy, energy data and planning.