GEORGE YAW OBENG
LIST OF PUBLICATIONS
Journals, Articles and Discussion Papers
Obeng G.Y. (2006). Energy Services for the Rural Poor: A Comparative Analysis of Solar
Service Centres and Multifunctional Platforms and Lessons for Ghana, Journal of
Science and Technology, Vol.26 (2) 160-169.
Obeng G.Y. (2004). Development of a Mechanized Plantain Slicer. Journal of Science and
Technology, Vol. 24(2): 126-133
Obeng G.Y. (2002). Kumasi Suame Magazine: A Background Paper. Microfinance Article
Library. London: ITDG Publishing.
King R. and Obeng G.Y (2002). The Impact and Potential of ICTs in MSEs: A Study of
Kenya and Ghana. UNU-INTECH Research Study. Final Country Report Ghana,
Contribution to Nyaki, A. (2003), ‘Sources of Training in Africa Clusters and
Awareness of ICTs: A Study of Kenya and Ghana’, UNU-INTECH Discussion Paper
Series, Maastricht.
Conference Proceedings
Obeng G. (2004). ‘Modern Energy Services for the Poor: Going for Solar Service Centres or
Multifunctional Platforms?’ In, ‘Renewable Energy in Schleswig-Holstein: Regional
Experience for International Development’, Proceedings of International Summer
School, May-June 2004, University of Flensburg, Germany.
Obeng G. (2000). The Role of Micro and Small-scale Engineering Enterprises in Providing
Food Security in Ghana: The case of Suame Magazine. In Agodzo, S.K. and
Ashburner, J.E (Eds), ‘Engineering Contribution to Food Security in Developing
Countries’, Proceedings of Second International Conference on Agricultural
Engineering, 24 - 29 September. Kumasi, Ghana.
Conference/Workshop Presentations
Obeng G.Y, Quansah J., and Buabeng S.N. (2000). Experiences in the Introduction of Solar
Energy in Rural Ghana. A paper presented at the Workshop on Renewable Energy in
Ghana: Visions, Barriers and Opportunities. A Danida Energy Sector Programme
Support Expert /Stakeholders Workshop. STEPRI, CSIR, 15-17 August 2000, Accra,
Ghana.
Dawoe E. and Obeng G.Y, (1999). The Role of Technology Consultancy Centre in the
Transfer and Commercialisation of Agricultural Technologies. A paper presented at
the workshop on the transfer and commercialisation of agricultural technologies:
Prospects for small and micro scale enterprises development in Ghana. CSIR, Accra,
Ghana.
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Akuffo F.O, Obeng G, Nsiah-Gyabaah K and Kybett B.D. (1998). The Solar Service Centre:
An Innovative Strategy for Diffusing Renewable Energy Technologies in Rural Ghana.
A Paper Presented At AFREPEN/UNESCO ENERGY RETs REGIONAL SOLAR
WORKSHOP, 7-10 Sept. 1998, Nairobi, Kenya.
Obeng G. (1998). The Technology Transfer and Commercialization of Renewable Energy in
Rural Ghana. A paper presented at the GRATIS/UNIFEM Renewable Energy Systems
Development and Application (RESDA), 17-20 Nov. 1998, Kumasi, Ghana.
Obeng, G.Y. (1995). Commercialization of Rural PV Battery Servicing and Charging. The
Dromankese Experience. A paper presented at CREAT ’95 Conference, 4-8. December
1995, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.
Technical Reports
Obeng G.Y., Agyei E.I. and Derzu D. (2003). Survey of Multifunctional Platforms in Burkina
Faso. UNDP-Ouagadougou and KE/KITE Report. Kumasi, Ghana
Plahar W.A, Nti C.A, Oti-Boateng P, Obeng G, Quaye W, Larweh P.M and Clement E.
(2002). Soybean Production, Processing, Marketing and Utilization in Ghana. Final
Project Report. Food Crops Development Project (FCDP). Africa Development Bank
(ADB)/ MOFA. Accra, Ghana.
Obeng G.Y. and Quansah J. (2002): Renewable Energy Project. Final Report, CIDAUniversity of Regina, Canada /UST, Kumasi, Ghana.
Obeng G.Y. (1997). Asuhyiae Solar Service Centre. Project Monitoring Report. CIDA
UR/UST, University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
Obeng G.Y. (1997). Renewable Energy Project. Report on Dromankese Project. CIDAUR/UST, University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
Handbooks and Manuals
Obeng G.Y, Buatsi C. (1998). Guide to Training Programme for Apprenticeship (Part One).
TCC- ITTU, University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
Obeng G.Y. (1992). Production and Operating Manual of Palm Fruit Digester. GTZ-DAE
Technical Manual Series. University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
Obeng G.Y. (1991). Production and Operating Manual of Sawdust Stove. GTZ-DAE
Technical Manual Series. University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
Obeng G.Y. (1990). Production and Operating Manual of Cassava Grater. GTZ-DAE
Technical Manual Series. University of Science & Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
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