Bamburi Cement Plc has taken a significant step towards decarbonization by embarking on the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants. These plants, with capacities of 14.5MW and 5MW, will be located in Bamburi’s Mombasa and Athi River locations, respectively, and are expected to contribute up to 30% of the company’s total power supply….
In anticipation of its carbon market debut, the Rwandan government is actively promoting the adoption of subsidized clean cooking technologies to reduce deforestation and achieve its environmental goals. These innovative solutions are seen as crucial in alleviating pressure on the country’s forests and contributing to its carbon market strategy. The government’s push for clean cooking…
KenGen Spearheads Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project to Enhance Kenya’s Renewable Energy Integration In a significant development towards bolstering Kenya’s renewable energy integration capabilities, Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has been entrusted with the implementation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. Funded by the World Bank under the Kenya Green and…
Solar Power Emerges as a Popular Choice for Holiday Homes in South Africa as Homeowners Embrace Sustainable Solutions As South Africa’s rooftop solar capacity skyrocketed by 349% from March 2022 to June 2023, the country’s solar wave is now reaching popular holiday destinations, driven by a growing demand for incorporating sustainable energy solutions into holiday…
M-KOPA Expands to South Africa, Bringing Pay-as-You-Go Solar Power to Soweto M-KOPA has commenced its pilot operations in Soweto, South Africa, five months after securing over $250 million in debt and equity to fund its expansion across Africa. The company, renowned for its pioneering pay-as-you-go model for solar panels and smartphones in East Africa, is…
Rwanda’s Arc Power Secures $10 Million Funding to Expand Clean Energy Access Arc Power, a leading renewable energy provider in Rwanda, has secured $10 million in financing to expand its electrification plan, primarily targeting rural communities. This funding will fuel the company’s clean energy expansion plan, enabling it to provide electricity access to over 100,000…
GDC to harness 100Mw from Baringo-Silali area to Boost Kenya’s Green Energy Use The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) is undertaking feasibility studies in the Baringo-Silale area with the potential to significantly increase Kenya’s green energy utilization. The project aims to generate an additional 100 megawatts (MW) of electricity by 2026, aligning with the government’s initiative…
Kenya Accelerates Electric Vehicle Adoption, Paving the Way for a Sustainable Transportation Future Kenya is witnessing a surge in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) driven by the government’s National Electric Mobility Plan, which aims to create a greener transportation system and implement sustainable road traffic management strategies. This shift towards EVs is being fueled…
KenGen Ramps Up Hydropower Generation Amid Rising Dam Levels and Ongoing Rains Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has stepped up hydropower generation after the large dams in the Eastern Region recorded improved inflows over the past week with the onset of ongoing rains. The NSE-listed company said its operational boost at Seven Forks has…
Usafi Greens based in Kakuma Wins Ashden Award for Empowering Displaced People with Clean Energy Usafi Greens, a Kenyan company that manufactures and provides affordable, low-carbon cookstoves to those living in the Kakuma Refugee Camp, has been recognized for its transformative efforts with a prestigious 2023 Ashden Award. This award spotlights Usafi’s commitment to offering…
