RE: COP273 Nov 2022 10:46
This is why…..’ Kenya’s newly elected president is the counterpoint to a gas-fuelled energy transition in Africa. Former deputy president and one of Kenya’s richest men, Ruto won a tight election race in August.
Ruto has committed to take Kenya to 100% clean energy by 2030 while creating jobs and developing industry. Gifted with huge geothermal potential, more than 80% of Kenya’s electricity is already generated from renewable sources.
Meanwhile, the north of the country is facing its worst drought in 40 years, causing crops to fail, livestock to die and people going hungry. Ruto will be a strong voice demanding more finance to adapt and respond to climate impacts.’