Kenya: Geothermal Accounts for 41% of Kenya's Electricity Generation
Geothermal energy has become Kenya's primary source of electricity, accounting for nearly 41% of the nation's power generation as of mid-2026. Increased capacity at the Menengai site and higher nighttime demand have driven this growth, while hydropower remains the second-largest contributor.
Why it matters
Kenya's successful transition to geothermal power serves as a significant case study for developing nations seeking to scale renewable energy infrastructure.
Nairobi - Geothermal energy accounted for nearly half of Kenya's electricity generation in the year ended June 2026, reinforcing its position as the country's largest source of power, latest data from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) shows.
EPRA's Energy & Petroleum Statistics Report shows geothermal power contributed 40.91 percent of the country's total electricity generation during the period.
Geothermal generation increased to 6,420.51 GWh, up by 702.35 GWh from 5,718.16 GWh generated in the previous year.
"The increase was primarily attributed to the addition of new geothermal generation capacity at Menengai in Nakuru County, as well as increased nighttime demand, which enabled higher utilisation of geothermal capacity and reduced steam venting," EPRA said.
Hydropower remained the second-largest source of electricity generation, contributing 22.65 percent to the energy mix.
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