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Why Lamu coal plant might not achieve promise

A coal plant in the US. Environmental concerns have forced many countries to shut down such facilities. [Courtesy]

The search for affordable energy will remain elusive for Kenya into the long term even after the Lamu coal-fired plant is constructed.

An analysis by the Sunday Standard finds mounting evidence from experts and industry data that the proposed plant will not yield cheaper energy as promised.

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