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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Allan Olingo

Kenya triples its power target, aiming to expand use of nuclear and geothermal energy

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Kenya has tripled its long-term target for expanding its renewable energy capacity to meet surging demand and support its industrialization, but that might not result in more affordable power for consumers.

The plan calls for renewable power generating capacity of 5,500 megawatts, up from about 1,500 MW now. That would include 2,000 MW of nuclear power alongside 700 MW of hydropower and new geothermal projects.

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