Located in the scenic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley, Naivasha has gone from being a beautiful lakeside destination to one of Africa's leaders in terms of renewable energy production. By taking advantage of the geothermal power produced by the volcanic forces found under Hell’s Gate National Park, Naivasha now serves as the primary anchor of Kenya’s energy security, generating close to half of the country’s total electricity. This new source of energy - derived from the Earth - is a reliable, continuous, clean energy source, allowing for the continued development of industries and the protection and conservation of the environment.
Today, Naivasha is a model for other countries to follow, since it can produce power for industrial activities without adversely affecting the surrounding wildlife and supporting one of the country’s leading floriculture industries while protecting the national electricity grid from the effects of climate change. By leveraging volcanic heat, Naivasha demonstrates that high-capacity industrial growth can thrive in harmony with sensitive ecosystems and sustainable agriculture.
