Kenyan Schools to Switch to LPG Cooking by 2025
Kenya’s President William Ruto has announced that all public institutions using biomass as their cooking fuel will have to switch to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) by 2025, as the country seeks to achieve clean and green growth.
Ruto stressed the importance of embracing environment-friendly alternatives to mitigate climate change and ensure ecologically sustainable practices.
During the ground-breaking ceremony of the Taifa Gas SEZ limited in Dongo Kundu, Mombasa, Ruto called for the country to adopt an agenda for environmental consciousness and ecologically sustainable practices, which he believes are critical components of Kenya’s commitment to deliver rapid socioeconomic transformation through clean, green growth.
He added that the launch of Taifa Gas is a historic milestone on the country’s journey to achieve self-sufficiency in clean, green energy.
To increase the per capita consumption of LPG at the household level, the government will develop a common user terminal for LPG at the Port of Mombasa.
Additionally, the government will implement an open tender system in the importation of LPG to achieve competitive and efficient pricing of the product.
The President’s call for a transition from biomass to LPG has been met with support from 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.
Kenya’s move towards clean and green growth is a step in the right direction towards 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.
In conclusion, 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.
The move towards clean and green growth is a positive step in mitigating the effects of climate change and improving the quality of life for Kenyan citizens.
Kenyan Schools to Switch to LPG Cooking by 2025
