The Energy Centres facilitate the adoption of the following solar technologies:
Solar Photovoltaic (PV)
A Solar Photovoltaic system, or PV system, is crafted for providing practical solar power through photovoltaics, utilizing elements such as solar panels to absorb and convert sunlight into electricity, a solar inverter to convert the output from direct to alternating current, as well as mounting, cabling, and other electrical accessories to set up a working system.
Solar Water Heaters
Solar water heaters utilize sunlight collected by solar panels to generate heat, which is subsequently transferred to a water tank, offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective means of supplying hot water for households. These systems are self-sustained, reliable, and can significantly decrease electricity expenses while ensuring a consistent hot water source. By harnessing available sunlight, solar water heaters present a convenient and efficient solution for enhancing energy efficiency and cutting down on utility costs.
Solar Water Pumping
A Solar Photovoltaic system, or PV system, is crafted for providing practical solar power through photovoltaics, utilizing elements such as solar panels to absorb and convert sunlight into electricity, a solar inverter to convert the output from direct to alternating current, as well as mounting, cabling, and other electrical accessories to set up a working system.
Solar Dryers
Solar dryers are designed to remove moisture from crops, vegetables, and fruits. , The solar dryer consists of a box made up of easily available and cheap material like cement, galvanized iron, brick, and plywood. The top surface of the dryer is covered by transparent single and double-layered sheets. The inside surface is colored black to absorb the incoming solar radiation, raising the box’s temperature due to insulation. Warm air circulates within, driven by natural convection, effectively eliminating moisture from items placed on trays, with fresh air introduced through a forced draught process to sustain the drying cycle.
Solar Cookers
The Parabolic Solar Cooker is a solar cooking device that converts sunlight into heat directly by focusing sunrays through a series of parabolically arranged mirrors, all supported by a metallic structure
- Formal request by group/institution for training
- Seeking authority/ approval to undertake the training
- Confirmation of training dates by the center to the group
- Preparation of training materials by the Energy Centre
- Identification of training venue
- Carrying out the training
| S/No | Energy Centre | County Located | Counties of Coverage | Postal Address | Energy Centre Coordinator Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bukura | Kakamega | Kakamega, part of Bungoma and Kisumu | Bukura Energy Centre | Geoffrey Samoei |
| P.O. Box 92-50105 | 254 723 322 450 | ||||
| Bukura | |||||
| 2. | Busia | Busia | Busia, part of Bungoma and Siaya | Busia Energy Centre | Silas Njuguna |
| P.O. Box 421-50400 | 254 722 269 773 | ||||
| Busia | |||||
| 3. | Garissa | Garissa | Garissa and Tana River counties | Garissa Energy Centre | Robert Miyesa |
| P.O. Box 1253 -70100 | 254 722 234 075 | ||||
| Garissa | |||||
| 4. | Jamhuri | Nairobi | Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado and Narok | Jamhuri Energy Centre | Elizabeth Mbuthia |
| P.O. Box 21552-00505 | 254 725 679 926 | ||||
| Nairobi | |||||
| 5. | Kericho | Kericho | Bomet and Kericho | Kericho Energy Centre | Mercy Khagali |
| P.O. Box 1959 20200 | 254 721 550 706 | ||||
| Kericho | |||||
| 6. | Kisii | Kisii | Kisii and Nyamira | Kisii Energy Centre | Winfed Lusige |
| P.O. Box 2238-40200 | 254 726 562 935 | ||||
| Kisii | |||||
| Kitui | Kitui | Machakos, Makueni and Kitui | Kitui Energy Centre | Nahason Weru | |
| 7. | P.O. Box 737- 90200 | 254 720 349 327 | |||
| Kitui | |||||
| 8. | Lodwar | Turkana | Turkana | Lodwar Energy Centre | Antony Kimani |
| P.O. Box 501-30500 | 254 725 976 204 | ||||
| Lodwar | |||||
| 9. | Marsabit | Marsabit | Marsabit county | Marsabit Energy Centre | Joseph Agola |
| P.O. Box 143-60500 | 254 722 161 805 | ||||
| Marsabit | |||||
| 10. | Migori | Migori | Migori, Homa Bay and part of Narok(Kilgoris) | Migori Energy Centre | Joseph Tilikia |
| P.O. Box 329-40400 | 254 725 323 062 | ||||
| Migori | |||||
| 11. | Mirangine | Nyandarua | Nyandarua, parts of Laikipia and Nakuru counties | Mirangine Energy Centre | Peninna Nditu |
| P.O. Box 142-20124 | 254 725 339 293 | ||||
| Mirangine | |||||
| 12. | Mtwapa | Kilifi | Mombasa, Lamu, Tan River, Kwale and Taita Taveta | Mtwapa Energy Centre | Mohamed Shuqry |
| P. O. Box 32 - 80109 | 254 725 791 165 | ||||
| Mtwapa | |||||
| 13. | Mitunguu | Meru | Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo | Mitunguu Energy Centre | Christine Kagendo |
| P.O. Box 232-60204 | 254 721 119 445 | ||||
| Mitunguu | |||||
| 14. | Uasin Gushu | Uasin Gishu | Transnzoia, Nandi, Baringo and Elgeyo Marakwet | Uasin Gishu Energy Centre | Jacquelyn Asega |
| P.O. Box 9050-30100 | 254 722 808 546 | ||||
| Eldoret | |||||
| 15. | Wajir | Wajir | Wajir and parts of Mandera | Wajir Energy Centre | Phineas Muthuri |
| P.O. Box 414 -70200 | 254 721 907 573 | ||||
| Wajir | |||||
| 16. | Wambugu | Nyeri | Nyeri, Muranga and Kirinyaga | Wambugu Energy Centre | Mary Gathoni |
| P.O. Box 1400-10100 | 254 726 105 492 | ||||
| Nyeri |
Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) has an expanded mandate of spearheading Kenya’s green energy drive, in addition to implementing rural electrification projects.
- Kawi Complex, South C,P. O. Box 34585 – 00100 Nairobi.
- 0709193000/3600
- info@rerec.co.ke
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