The integrated solar program will be implemented in Kiambere and Tana Delta within the next three years. It will be spearheaded by the Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) in collaboration with Ultra Clean Energy Solutions (EA) Limited and Hitachi India (PVT) Limited.
The project will produce 320 MW of power for the national grid, with 200,000 solar panels being set up in 800 hectares of land. The cost of the solar project is Sh49.6 billion (US$ 0.5 billion). The power produced is expected to be added to the national grid and serve the whole country.
The project was revealed during the launch of TARDA four-year strategic plan (2014-2018). The solar project launched will generate clean energy for Kenya
The space beneath the panels will be used to grow soya beans for consumption, further helping in improving food security in the country.
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