Kenya energy management

4 FAQs about Kenya energy management

What is Kenya's Energy Policy?

This Policy encompasses all aspects of Kenya's energy sector, including electricity generation, transmission, and distribution; energy access, renewable energy resources, bioenergy and clean cooking solutions; energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Who oversees energy policy enforcement in Kenya?

Key institutions like the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) and Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) will oversee policy enforcement, and the government will work closely with stakeholders to track progress and adjust strategies as needed to meet the policy's objectives.

What is Kenya's energy potential?

Kenya's installed electricity capacity was 3,299.8 MW as of December 2024, composed of 29% geothermal, 30% hydro, 13.4% wind, 6.5% solar, and 18.7% thermal. The country's energy potential is vast, with significant opportunities in geothermal, wind, solar, and bioenergy, as well as emerging areas such as green hydrogen and energy storage systems.

Why is energy important in Kenya?

Energy is the backbone of Kenya's socioeconomic development, driving industrialization, agricultural productivity, and economic resilience. Recognizing this pivotal role, the Government of Kenya has positioned energy as a critical enabler of its economic development, as entrenched in the Vision 2030 economic development blueprint.

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