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Geothermal still tops Kenya's energy mix despite output decline

Geothermal Development Company (GDC) MD Paul Ngugi when he appeared before the Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs & Energy at Continental house, Parliament buildings, Nairobi. August 14th,2024 [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Geothermal continues to lead in Kenya's energy mix, accounting for over 26 per cent of the country's installed electricity.

According to the biannual energy sector report by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) for the 2024-25 financial year, hydro and thermal power follow at 24 per cent and 17 per cent, respectively.

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