Kenya''s Coal Market Report 2025
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4 FAQs about Kenya coal-to-electricity storage prices
How much coal did Kenya import in 2023?
According to International Energy Agency (IEA), Kenya imported coal valued at about US $120 million in 2023. The Energy and Petroleum Statistics Report (EPRA, 2024) indicate that coal and coke contributed 3.7% of Kenya's energy supply for the year 2023.
How is coal used in Kenya?
No data for Kenya for 2022. Apart from power generation, coal is also used directly in high-heat industrial processes, notably steelmaking, and in some countries is used to heat homes and buildings. In non-energy applications, coal can be used to produce the industrial chemicals needed to make plastics and fertilizers.
How much energy is generated in Kenya?
During the review period, 1,127.11 GWh of energy was generated from thermal sources, accounting for 8.24% of Kenya's total energy demand. As shown on figure 4.3, the highest thermal energy generation occurred in October 2023, at 140.57 GWh. This figure declined after November 2023 due to improved hydro conditions and increased electricity imports.
What is the energy sector in Kenya?
The energy sector in Kenya is largely dominated by petroleum and electricity, with wood fuel providing the basic energy needs of the rural communities, urban poor, and the informal sector.
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