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September 18, 2026
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Kenya Power spends Sh1.55bn to convert diesel mini-grids to solar

Kenya Power spends Sh1.55bn to convert diesel mini-grids to solar

Diesel-powered plants are the costliest source of electricity in Kenya...

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Kenya Power has invested a significant amount to convert three diesel-powered mini-grids to solar energy, aiming to reduce operational costs and electricity prices for consumers.

  • Sh1.55 billion spent on the solar conversion project.
  • Kenya Power is the organization undertaking this initiative.
  • The conversion affected the Elwak (Sh638.5 million), Habaswein (Sh578.5 million), and Merti (Sh335.6 million) plants, addressing the high cost of diesel-generated electricity.

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