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February 23, 2026
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Report: Why inefficient buildings are costing Kenya billions

Report: Why inefficient buildings are costing Kenya billions

Inefficient buildings are draining billions from the economy, and every household with a poorly built home is paying the price month after month, a new report has revealed...

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A new report highlights that Kenya's booming construction sector is inadvertently locking in billions in energy waste due to inefficient building designs.

  • Inefficient homes cost Kenyan families an estimated $25 (Sh3,225) per month in excess electricity bills.
  • The Global Buildings Performance Network (GBPN) and partners developed the Kenya National Building and Construction Decarbonization Roadmap.
  • Buildings and construction are responsible for 32 per cent of Kenya's carbon emissions, with 80 per cent of construction occurring informally.

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