Kwamena Ato Quainoo

Mr. Kwamena Ato Quainoo


Research Focus & Metrics

Academic Career Length

7Years (2020-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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25 October 2024 in Applied Sciences
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Kwamena Ato Quainoo
HKHamzat Kanmi
Hamzat Kanmi
CDCaleb K Darko
Caleb K Darko
CACindy Konadu Konadu Agyemang
Cindy Konadu Konadu Agyemang
The integration of wind and solar energy with green hydrogen technologies represents an innovative approach toward achieving sustainable energy solutions. This review examines state-of-the-art strategies for synthesizing renewable energy sources, aimed at improving the efficiency of hydrogen (H2) generation, storage, and utilization. The complementary characteristics of solar and wind energy, where solar power typically peaks during daylight hours while wind energy becomes more accessible at night or during overcast conditions, facilitate more reliable and stable hydrogen production. Quantitatively, hybrid systems can realize a reduction in the levelized cost of hydrogen (LCOH) ranging from EUR 3.5 to EUR 8.9 per kilogram, thereby maximizing the use of renewable resources but also minimizing the overall H2 production and infrastructure costs. Furthermore, advancements such as enhanced electrolysis technologies, with overall efficiencies rising from 6% in 2008 to over 20% in the near future, illustrate significant progress in this domain. The review also addresses operational challenges, including intermittency and scalability, and introduces system topologies that enhance both efficiency and performance. However, it is essential to consider these challenges carefully, because they can significantly impact the overall effectiveness of hydrogen production systems. By providing a comprehensive assessment of these hybrid systems (which are gaining traction), this study highlights their potential to address the increasing global energy demands. However, it also aims to support the transition toward a carbon-neutral future. This potential is significant, because it aligns with both environmental goals and energy requirements. Although challenges remain, the promise of these systems is evident.

1 July 2020 in Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
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Kwamena Ato Quainoo
BNBerihun Mamo Negash
Berihun Mamo Negash
CBCornelius B. Bavoh
Cornelius B. Bavoh
TGTarek Ganat
Tarek Ganat
BTBennet Nii Tackie-Otoo
Bennet Nii Tackie-Otoo

1 September 2020 in Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
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TRTauhidur Rahman
Tauhidur Rahman
BNBerihun Mamo Negash
Berihun Mamo Negash
MMMuhammad Moniruzzaman
Muhammad Moniruzzaman
KQKwamena Ato Quainoo
Kwamena Ato Quainoo
CBCornelius B. Bavoh
Cornelius B. Bavoh
EPEswaran Padmanabhan
Eswaran Padmanabhan

1 April 2021 in Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
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IUIbrahim Adamu Umar
Ibrahim Adamu Umar
BNBerihun Mamo Negash
Berihun Mamo Negash
KQKwamena Ato Quainoo
Kwamena Ato Quainoo
MAMohammed Abdalla Ayoub
Mohammed Abdalla Ayoub

1 March 2024 in International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
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Somtochukwu Godfrey Nnabuife
CUChinonyelum Udemu
Chinonyelum Udemu
HKHamzat Kanmi
Hamzat Kanmi
CDCaleb K Darko
Caleb K Darko
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Kwamena Ato Quainoo

5 November 2020 in Energy & Fuels
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Kwamena Ato Quainoo
BNBerihun Mamo Negash
Berihun Mamo Negash
CBCornelius B. Bavoh
Cornelius B. Bavoh
AIAlamin Idris
Alamin Idris
HSHazri B A Shahpin
Hazri B A Shahpin
AYAtta Dennis Yaw
Atta Dennis Yaw