Our Community Initiatives
We need to make enormous cuts to limit carbon emissions by 2030 if the climate crisis is to be abated. This can be achieved anywhere; one tonne of carbon abated on the other side of the world has the same planetary impact as one tonne of carbon abated in your home country. The difference lies in the cost price of each tonne abated. By way of example, a solar microgrid where energy allocation constitutes 30%-30%-40% to cooking, water pumps and auxiliary energy could yield an approximate $30 per tonne cost of carbon abatement.
So, the rural, non-connected communities which emit significant amounts of carbon through their use of unclean energy sources offer the opportunity for carbon abatement through community energy programs at a lower cost, and a higher climate impact. Such programs also offer wider social and health benefits such as increased energy security, financial stability, more time available for children to study, decreased risk of cardiopulmonary issues and child mortality rates. We believe that these projects need to be rolled out as fast as possible, with the main issue hindering their expansion being the quality of carbon credits, where both investors and philanthropic capital remain hesitant due to the uncertainty around the levels of carbon actually being abated.
Empati offers a holistic, data driven approach to community energy projects, our technology monitors carbon mitigation in real-time, verifying all carbon measurements with satellite imagery and other metadata to ensure the greatest certainty in all carbon values.. Continuous, automated AI-verification of carbon mitigation will bridge the data gap that is hindering confidence in carbon markets, driving a higher carbon price and enabling faster, wider expansion of carbon mitigation projects. Through the application of our CARBON-PROV technology, we are monitoring real-time renewable energy production and carbon abatement across small scale commercial projects in Kenya that are having a both a positive carbon impact and wider social and economic benefits.
A live tracker for these projects can be found at this link.
Fleur
Project Size: 400 kW
Project Location: Naivasha, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 299 tonnes/yr
Rainforest Farmlands Kenya Limited (Fleur Africa) is a flower in Kenya that has recently implemented a solar PV farm to displace power taken directly from the grid, which is unreliable and expensive. Ancillary benefits of this initiative reach 1200 employees, as well as business owners. These include improved health due to less exposure to carbon-emitting practices, improved quality of work-life through the reduction of smell and noise pollution and increased capital for reinvestment in company growth
Carzan KS-TX5
Project Size: 34 kW
Project Location: Rongai, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 25 tonnes/yr
Carzan are a group of flower farms in Kenya. Their implementation of solar PV technologies have reduced carbon emissions and created a more comfortable and healthy working environment for farm workers. Installation and maintenance of solar panels has created an influx of job opportunities within the local community, contributing to economic growth and employment prospects for residents. Reliable electricity supply has reduced disruption in the production line and ensured that workers have access to reliable lighting and equipment.
Kenya Nut
Project Size: 163 kW
Project Location: Thika, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 122 tonnes/yr
Kenya Nut Company Limited is one of the leading nut processors in the world operating in Kenya for 46 years. The company employs more than 2.500 workers in macadamia and cashew nut processing. Their recently-implemented solar plants will, at their peak, cover 100% of energy needs. Alongside carbon reductions and health benefits afforded by this energy switch, the use of solar stabilises infrastructure and increases profitability. Access to reliable energy results in expansion for the local agricultural industry, as well as tourism – which makes up a large part of the country’s GDP.
Kariki Juja
Project Size: 121 kW
Project Location: Ol Kalou, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 90 tonnes/yr
Kariki comprises 4 flower farms located at differing altitudes in Kenya employing over 1300 people. They grow a variety of roses for export. Their recent implementation of solar technologies in place of unclean fuel sources boosts their environmental stewardship in an industrial setting. This results in increased energy independence for the local business, cost reduction and reduced air and noise pollution. These benefits extend beyond business owners and employees to the local community.
Ol Njorowa Upper Farm
Project Size: 29 kW
Project Location: Karagita, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 22 tonnes/yr
Ol Njorowa is a flower farm located off the shores of Lake Naivasha, which experiences a lot of sun throughout the year. This made solar the perfect renewable energy choice in their pledge to cut carbon emissions and utilise clean fuel sources. The farm grows roses for export and are driven by a commitment to sustainability in industry. This commitment results in the expansion of local businesses through clean energy, increases revenue and reduces burden of disease form carbon-related health risks such as respiratory, skin and ocular issues.
Carzan KS-TX2
Project Size: 39 kW
Project Location: Rongai, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 29 tonnes/yr
Carzan are a group of flower farms in Kenya. Their implementation of solar PV technologies have reduced carbon emissions and created a more comfortable and healthy working environment for farm workers. Installation and maintenance of solar panels has created an influx of job opportunities within the local community, contributing to economic growth and employment prospects for residents. Reliable electricity supply has reduced disruption in the production line and ensured that workers have access to reliable lighting and equipment.
Ol Njorowa Grading Hall
Project Size: 132 kW
Project Location: Karagita, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 99 tonnes/yr
Ol Njorowa is a flower farm located off the shores of Lake Naivasha, which experiences a lot of sun throughout the year. This made solar the perfect renewable energy choice in their pledge to cut carbon emissions and utilise clean fuel sources. The farm grows roses for export and are driven by a commitment to sustainability in industry. This commitment results in the expansion of local businesses through clean energy, increases revenue and reduces burden of disease form carbon-related health risks such as respiratory, skin and ocular issues.
Kariki Kudenga
Project Size: 65 kW
Project Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 49 tonnes/yr
Kariki comprises 4 flower farms located at differing altitudes in Kenya employing over 1300 people. They grow a variety of roses for export. Their recent implementation of solar technologies in place of unclean fuel sources boosts their environmental stewardship in an industrial setting. This results in increased energy independence for the local business, cost reduction and reduced air and noise pollution. These benefits extend beyond business owners and employees to the local community.
Persea
Project Size: 129 kW
Project Location: Kabati, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 96 tonnes/yr
Persea Oils and Orchards produces press organic extra virgin avocado oil and crude oil on an industrial scale. They are deeply committed to fair trade manufacturing and sustainability in their production process. Installation of solar technologies in this context has had drastic impacts on securing the production process and curtailing loss of power. This allows for a more stable work structure for employees and increases profit for the business as a whole, all while committing to clean energy and mitigating carbon emissions.
Spinknit
Project Size: 721 kW
Project Location: Nakuru, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 538 tonnes/yr
Spin-Knit Limited is the leading Textile manufacturer in Kenya. They recently made the move toward clean, renewable energy with a 720 kWp solar system. This has various benefits in an industrial setting, such as the stabilisation of the production line. Where previously, grid-connected, energy sources can be unreliable and result in stalls in production, solar can fortify the production line and, consequently, increase revenue. Auxiliary energy uses such as lighting can also be used by workers to ensure safer operation of heavy technology during shifts.
Kamatongu Main
Project Size: 600 kW
Project Location: Kiganjo, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 448 tonnes/yr
Kamatongu is a slaughterhouse which has recently transitioned to the use of solar technologies in its bid to make their production process clean and sustainable. This has reduced their carbon footprint, and brought about substantial cost saving by reducing reliance on expensive grid electricity or carbon-emitting generators. It also ensures reliable and uninterrupted operation, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency. This has fostered a healthier and more sustainable environment for business owners, employees and the wider community.
Lulu Farm
Project Size: 44 kW
Project Location: Muraru, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 33 tonnes/yr
Lulu is a crop and livestock farm which is now operating with the help of solar technologies in Kenya. This has led to significant cost savings by moving away from grid electricity or carbon-intensive power sources, and aligns with broader goals of environmental conservation and responsible agriculture. Solar has bolstered operational efficiency across crop cultivation and livestock management, and has curbed harmful carbon emission exposure for the employees and local community alike.
Carzan KS-TX4
Project Size: 45 kW
Project Location: Rongai, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 34 tonnes/yr
Carzan are a group of flower farms in Kenya. Their implementation of solar PV technologies have reduced carbon emissions and created a more comfortable and healthy working environment for farm workers. Installation and maintenance of solar panels has created an influx of job opportunities within the local community, contributing to economic growth and employment prospects for residents. Reliable electricity supply has reduced disruption in the production line and ensured that workers have access to reliable lighting and equipment.
Eco Park
Project Size: 172 kW
Project Location: Thika, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 128 tonnes/yr
Eco Park is a tourist attraction offering accommodation and recreational activity for customers. Implementing solar power systems in their business has resulted in an influx of business and profit through reducing smell, as well as noise and air pollution at their base. Displacing carbon-emitting technologies that are loud and smell bad has provided a more tranquil, enjoyable experience for their guests and improved the quality of the work day for their employees.
Kematongu Pump
Project Size: 40 kW
Project Location: Kiganjo, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 30 tonnes/yr
Kamatongu is a slaughterhouse which has recently transitioned to the use of solar technologies in its bid to make their production process clean and sustainable. This has reduced their carbon footprint, and brought about substantial cost saving by reducing reliance on expensive grid electricity or carbon-emitting generators. It also ensures reliable and uninterrupted operation, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency. This has fostered a healthier and more sustainable environment for business owners, employees and the wider community.
Leleshwa Pump House
Project Size: 66 kW
Project Location: Morendati, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 49 tonnes/yr
Leleshwa is a winery in Naivasha. Their commitment to solar-powered operation not only reduces carbon emissions but fosters a cleaner work environment. Ancillary benefits from the wider community come in the form of job opportunities, increased productivity, and reduced noise and air pollutants.
Ol Njorowa Fertigation
Project Size: 100 kW
Project Location: Karagita, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 75 tonnes/yr
Ol Njorowa is a flower farm located off the shores of Lake Naivasha, which experiences a lot of sun throughout the year. This made solar the perfect renewable energy choice in their pledge to cut carbon emissions and utilise clean fuel sources. The farm grows roses for export and are driven by a commitment to sustainability in industry. This commitment results in the expansion of local businesses through clean energy, increases revenue and reduces burden of disease form carbon-related health risks such as respiratory, skin and ocular issues.
TalusAg
Project Size: 2,100 kW
Project Location: Morendati, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 1,567 tonnes/yr
Talus Ag introduces the world’s first modular green ammonia system which enables local production of low-cost, carbon-free fertilisers and renewable fuels. Their adoption of solar technologies compounds the positive impact they have not only on the environment, but also on employees and the wider environment. Production of cheap, clean, carbon-free fertiliser has drastic impacts on farming, which constitutes up to 60% of the population’s occupation in some areas of Sub-Saharan Africa. Talus Ag presents a huge opportunity in the face of carbon emissions and food security in Kenya.
Mbogo Valley Tea
Project Size: 403 kW
Project Location: Turgat, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 301 tonnes/yr
The Mbogo Valley Tea factory in the heart of rural Nandi County in cool, wet climates ideal for tea production. However, they are at the end of a power transmission line, which means that, previously, they have been the recipients of low power quality at an expensive rate. Their new onsite solar PV system helps the factory reduce its power costs with the direct support of battery. This decreases loss of product and productivity, stabilising local financial security. Their exposure to carbon-emitting technologies is lessened, and thus their burden of disease form respiratory-related illnesses caused by particulate matter.
Mahali Mzuri FOH
Project Size: 127 kW
Project Location: Aitong, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 95 tonnes/yr
Mahali Mzuri is a tented luxury safari camp in the Kenyan bush. It has recently benefitted from the installation of a solar PV system. For the Front of House, this reduces noise pollution and smell often produced by generators and other carbon-emitting technologies that have been used in the past. Thus, guests are able to experience a quieter, more relaxing experience during their stay. For the Back of House, this results in a better working atmosphere and reduces employee exposure to hazardous toxins. For the business as a whole, this increases quality of service and profit, as well as ensuring that employees are working in healthy and supportive environments.
Finch Hattons
Project Size: 66 kW
Project Location: Kuku, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 49 tonnes/yr
Finch Hattons is a Safari Camp located in Tsavo West National Park. Their commitment to minimising environmental impact aligns not only with carbon reduction initiatives, but by reducing noise and air pollution solar technologies have the potential to boost business. Local communities benefit through job creation and the stabilisation of socio-economic development for the region, as well as the development of responsible tourism
Mahali Mzuri BOH
Project Size: 70 kW
Project Location: Aitong, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 52 tonnes/yr
Mahali Mzuri is a tented luxury safari camp in the Kenyan bush. It has recently benefitted from the installation of a solar PV system. For the Front of House, this reduces noise pollution and smell often produced by generators and other carbon-emitting technologies that have been used in the past. Thus, guests are able to experience a quieter, more relaxing experience during their stay. For the Back of House, this results in a better working atmosphere and reduces employee exposure to hazardous toxins. For the business as a whole, this increases quality of service and profit, as well as ensuring that employees are working in healthy and supportive environments.
Manda Bay
Project Size: 150 kW
Project Location: Kililana, Kenya
Carbon Reduction: 112 tonnes/yr
Manda Bay, on the Kenyan Coast, is a privately owned lodge. Previously, it was solely reliant on generators to meet energy needs. Recent inauguration of a solar PV ststem with a capacity of 150kWp and 216kWh batter storage has reduced reliance on generator to meet energy needs. Alongside carbon reductions thorough the use of clean energy, this has resulted in an influx of business to the lodge through reducing smell and noise pollution, and it has improved the work environment for employees and local residents.