A recently concluded study by UNEP published in SciDev suggested that geothermal production in East Africa could leap forward in 2009. The African Rift Geothermal Development Facility (ARGeo) - will drive forward the plan to harvest the steam potential in the region. Kenya alone has a potential to generate at least 4000MW of energy from geothermal sources. Currently Kenya generates roughly 1000MW from hydro, thermal and geothermal sources. A recent press conference by the Ministry of Energy revealed Kenya's plans for nuclear power generation. Which resource should be tapped? Should Kenya generate at all costs or aim for renewable sources?
