Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Wednesday met a high powered delegation from the British High Commission Office to discuss potential collaborations and funding opportunities for renewable energy projects in Makueni County.
The discussions highlighted several areas of cooperation, including:
Establishing an enabling environment for renewable energy projects;
Capacity-building initiatives for local administrators in renewable energy management;
Resource mobilization for innovative renewable energy technologies; and Transitioning grid-powered projects to solar-powered systems.
Robina Abuya from the British High Commission who led the delegation to Makueni detailed prospective grant programs aimed at supporting these initiatives.
She emphasized the importance of accessing international development funds for clean energy, which can reduce reliance on fossil fuels, combat climate change, and stimulate economic growth.