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Kenya leads renewable energy revolution with BESS consortium

Joseph Muriithi by Joseph Muriithi
January 8, 2024
in News, Technology
Reading Time: 2 mins read

Kenya, along with eight other African nations, is part of a consortium focused on leading the development of battery storage solutions for increased utilization of renewable energy.

The Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium aims to drive the advancement of cutting-edge battery storage technology, positioning the global community at the forefront of renewable energy innovation.

Home to Africa’s largest wind power firm, the 300-megawatt Lake Turkana Wind Power, Kenya has emerged as a significant player in renewable energy. The country has notably expanded its solar generation capacity, emphasizing its crucial role within the BESS Consortium.

As solar and wind energy sources are intermittent, the development of battery storage systems becomes imperative to maximize the potential of these renewable sources. The consortium, supported by international institutions such as the World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB), Asian Development Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, Agence Française de Développement, Africa50, and the Abu Dhabi-owned clean energy giant Masdar, aims to advance battery storage solutions.

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Participation in the BESS Consortium commits members to achieving energy storage commitments of five gigawatts (GW) by the end of 2024, providing a roadmap toward the ultimate goal of reaching 400GW of renewable energy by 2030, as stated by the AfDB regarding the recent deal.

The increasing demand for improved battery storage solutions aligns with the global shift toward clean energy, addressing flexibility needs, enhancing grid reliability, and facilitating the scaling up of renewable energy.

Quality battery storage not only mitigates the impact of adverse weather patterns but also allows countries to optimize solar energy utilization during night-time and harness wind power when speeds are insufficient for electricity generation, significantly reducing the likelihood of power outages.

In addition to the Lake Turkana wind farm, Kenya’s State-owned KenGen is set to construct a 200-megawatt wind plant, reinforcing the country’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio. The BESS Consortium represents a collaborative effort to propel Africa and the world toward a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.

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