USTDA Supports U.S. Business Opportunities in Kenyan Power Sector
August 11, 2017
(USTDA)
Arlington, VA – The U.S. Trade and
Development Agency signed a grant with Saigrene
Energy Kenya Limited supporting the development
of run-of-river hydroelectric plants at five
sites in Kenya.
The grant funds a feasibility study that will
evaluate the viability of the sites for power
generation and examines the best approach for
connecting the sites to the national grid. The
five plants would collectively add
approximately 17 megawatts of renewable energy
to Kenya’s generation mix. The study will
allow the developers to identify U.S. equipment
manufacturers and service providers that are
well-positioned to outfit the hydroelectric
plants.
“USTDA is pleased to support this important
study that will provide opportunities for U.S.
industry to supply products and services, while
advancing Kenya’s power goals,” said Lida
Fitts, USTDA’s Regional Director for
Sub-Saharan Africa.
“In addition to providing opportunities for
the use of high quality U.S. equipment and
expertise, the plants will also provide
numerous benefits to the local community, such
as job creation, and technical skills training
for the youth,” said Paulo Gonçalves, Chief
Executive Officer of Saigrene Energy Kenya
Limited.
The U.S. engineering and environmental
consultancy, Knight Piésold (Denver, CO), was
selected to perform the feasibility study.
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