Kipeto eyes new power deal to double electricity generation

Kipeto Energy becomes one of the early independent power generators seeking to ink fresh PPAs with Kenya Power, as the country races to avert a local power generation crisis.

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Kipeto Energy Plc is seeking to double electricity generation of its plant to 200 megawatts with an eye on inking a new power purchase agreement (PPA) with Kenya Power.

Allan Munyua, the Chief Executive Officer of the firm disclosed the plans that will entail setting up of 18 new wind turbines. The current 100-MW plant has 60 turbines. It is unclear whether the firm will lease additional land for the project.

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