Kenya’s state-owned Geothermal Development Company (GDC) aims to bolster the country’s national grid with an additional 218 MW by 2027, as outlined in its recently released Strategic Plan 2023-2027.
The GDC aims to develop six steam fields — Paka, Silali, Korosi-Chepchuk, Suswa, Menegai Caldera and Menengai West — and drill 57 wells.
The resource development plan will require an estimated budget of KSh102.2 billion (approximately $802 million).
“Today, GDC has harnessed a total of 560 MW of steam. Of this, 365MW is currently generating power to the grid,” GDC’s Managing Director and CEO Paul Ngugi said.
The GDC’s plan aligns with the goals of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 by focusing on the development of geothermal energy while supporting sustainable development, infrastructure and technological advancement.
Additionally, the GDC’s efforts contribute to job creation and capacity building, further advancing the agenda’s objectives.
With an estimated potential of 10,000 MW, Kenya boasts abundant geothermal resources, of which 940MW in capacity is currently installed in the national grid.
