4 FAQs about Nairobi solar irrigation system

Can solar power improve agriculture in Kenya?

With the tremendous solar potential in Kenya and the maturity of PV and electric pump technology, the agricultural sector, including smallholder-level farms, is an ideal candidate for rapid growth, improving crop yields, productivity and farmer income while avoiding massive amounts of GHG Emissions.

Are solar-powered irrigation systems available in Sub-Saharan Africa?

This report summarizes the outcomes from CLASP's Stakeholders' Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya on expanding the accessibility of solar-powered irrigation systems. In sub-Saharan Africa, 95% of farmers primarily rely on rainfall for irrigation but climate change threatens crop yields & livelihoods.

How can we improve accessibility of solar-powered irrigation systems?

Leverage the existing network of local technical installers by building their capacity through training and certification to build a healthy installation and aftersales support ecosystem. Outcomes from CLASP's Stakeholders' Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya on expanding the accessibility of solar-powered irrigation systems.

Are solar-powered irrigation systems a viable solution?

Solar-powered irrigation systems are a key solution – yet uptake is low. To develop and discuss how we could make progress, CLASP hosted a workshop in June 2022 with participants that included manufacturers, distributors, financiers, program implementors, and government officials.

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