Kenya's President Calls for a Greener Future: Public Institutions to Switch to LPG by 2025

Kenya's President, William Ruto, has declared that all public institutions currently using biomass as their cooking fuel must switch to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) by 2025. This move is part of Kenya's plan to achieve clean and sustainable growth, as Ruto emphasizes the importance of adopting eco-friendly alternatives to combat climate change.

During the groundbreaking ceremony of Taifa Gas SEZ limited in Dongo Kundu, Mombasa, Ruto emphasized the need for the country to adopt environmentally conscious and ecologically sustainable practices. He believes that these are crucial components in Kenya's commitment to delivering rapid socioeconomic transformation through clean and sustainable growth. Ruto hailed the launch of Taifa Gas as a significant milestone in the country's journey towards achieving self-sufficiency in clean and green energy.

To increase the per capita consumption of LPG at the household level, the government will establish a common user terminal for LPG at the Port of Mombasa. Additionally, an open tender system will be implemented in the importation of LPG to achieve competitive and efficient pricing of the product.

President Ruto's call for a transition from biomass to LPG has received support from several leaders, including Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Moses Kuria (Trade), Salim Mvurya, Ezekiel Machogu (Education), and Davis Chirchir (Energy). Governors Abdulswamad Nassir (Mombasa), Fatuma Achani (Kwale), and Rostam Aziz, Chairman of Taifa Group, were also present at the event.

This move towards clean and green growth is a positive step for Kenya in mitigating the effects of climate change. The use of biomass for cooking and heating has been identified as a leading cause of deforestation, leading to soil erosion, reduced rainfall, and food insecurity. By transitioning to LPG, the country can reduce its reliance on biomass, increase access to clean and safe energy, and improve the quality of life for its citizens.

President William Ruto's call for public institutions to transition to LPG by 2025 is a critical step towards achieving clean and green growth in Kenya. The development of a common user terminal for LPG at the Port of Mombasa and the implementation of an open tender system in the importation of LPG will increase access to clean and safe energy and reduce the country's reliance on biomass.