Olkaria

A geothermal power plant generating 140 megawatts, the world's largest single geothermal facility at the time of launch. Co-funded by the Kenyan Government, World Bank, European Investment Bank, and others at a cost of $126.5 million.

Power generation and distribution

Geothermal power development

Development assistance

Renewable energy source that experienced increased production in 2010 alongside solar and wind.

A geothermal power plant generating 140 megawatts, the world's largest single geothermal facility at the time of launch. Co-funded by the Kenyan Government, World Bank, European Investment Bank, and others at a cost of $126.5 million.

Widespread exploration program for geothermal resources across multiple prospects in the Rift Valley, including Suswa, Lake Magadi, Menengai, Eburru, Paka, Korosi, Namarunu, and Olkaria.

Kenya is seeking investors to fund and construct two geothermal power generation plants, each designed to produce 30 MW of electricity. Selected firms are expected to complete construction by end of 2015 and may enter power purchase agreements with Kenya Power.