Is energy storage in Mombasa Kenya good

How can the port of Mombasa transition to green energy?

Technical support for a feasibility study to identify viable green energy solutions at the Port of Mombasa lays a major foundation for such a transition. This project shall create new job opportunities around green technologies and renewable energies and associated value chain resulting in increased income levels and poverty reduction.

Why is the port of Mombasa a fossil fuel based port?

The Port of Mombasa is no exception as it primarily utilizes fossil fuel-based equipment and fleet to support its port operations. This is part of the larger global challenge where Maritime and shipping activities have contributed approximately 3% to global GHG emissions.

How many tCO2e does Mombasa port emit?

A study conducted by Trademark Africa in 2023 estimated the volume of emissions at the Port of Mombasa to be 532,424 tCO2e. The Kenya Ports Masterplan 2018 – 2047 outlines climate change mitigation and adaptation as a critical environmental concern for future port development and operations.

How much Bess is needed in Kenya?

KP believes that more than 480MW of BESS is required across different locations in the country, such as western Kenya, where there is inadequate transmission capacity at peak times as well as at substations along Kenya’s coast.