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KTDA explores green hydrogen tech for sustainable tea production

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 2026August 10, 202603 mins

KTDA is exploring green hydrogen as a clean energy source and potential feedstock for fertiliser production in Kenya’s tea sector. Its officials completed a five day green hydrogen training programme at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, sponsored by GIZ. The initiative aims to improve energy efficiency, assess investment opportunities and support sustainable tea production. Kenya…

KenGen signs fifth investor at Olkaria green energy park

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 202605 mins

KenGen signs fifth investor at Olkaria Green Energy Park with a KSh2.6 billion fish feed plant. Company plans to double geothermal capacity to 1,500MW by 2034 through public private partnerships. New facility will be the region’s largest fish feed plant, targeting markets across East Africa. Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has signed its fifth investor…

Kenya turns to ethanol and green energy as sugar sector reforms gain momentum

Sacco ReviewMay 26, 202605 mins

Kenya is charting a new course for its sugar industry, shifting beyond raw sugar production to ethanol, renewable energy, and bio‑based products in a bid to cut fuel costs, create rural jobs, and restore confidence among farmers and investors. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government has undertaken sweeping reforms since 2022 to revive a…

Commissioner of Cooperatives Obonyo urges cooperatives to advocate for a greener future

Sacco ReviewNovember 8, 202403 mins

Commissioner of Cooperatives, David Obonyo has called on cooperatives to continue to advocate for a green future by promoting the adoption of renewable energy and environmental conservation programs within sector fostering sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. Obonyo who was speaking on Tuesday during the 2nd Cooperative movement stakeholders’ annual conference on the legal and regulatory…