Deal #5430 Version 91864 Version 95001
Comment on intention of investment
The farm will produce renewable wind energy, contributing to Kenya's energy mix and reducing reliance on fossil fuels
Carbon offset project
No
Negotiation status
  • [2016, current] Concluded (Contract signed)
  • [2016] Concluded (Contract signed)
  • [2023, current] Failed (Contract cancelled)
Comment on negotiation status
According to Global Energy Monitor, the project was shelved.
Implementation status
  • [2017] Project not started
  • [2023, current] Project not started
  • [2017] Project not started
  • [2023] Project not started
  • [2024, current] Project not started
Comment on implementation status
Construction delayed due to land rights disputes and compensation issues with landowners. Construction expected to commence in 2019. The company has been working to resolve these issues and secure financing. The company is still trying to clear these issues (2023). However, Global Energy Monitor Wiki lists the project status as shelved- ''Shelved: Suspension has been announced, or no progress has been observed for at least two years.''
Construction delayed due to land rights disputes and compensation issues with landowners. Construction expected to commence in 2019. The company has been working to resolve these issues and secure financing. The company is still trying to clear these issues (2023). However, Global Energy Monitor Wiki lists the project status as shelved- ''Shelved: Suspension has been announced, or no progress has been observed for at least two years.
Actors involved in the negotiation / admission process
  • Government of Japan Government / state institutions (government, ministries, departments, agencies etc.)
  • Government of Kenya Government / state institutions (government, ministries, departments, agencies etc.)
Name of investment project
Meru Wind Farm Project
Meru Wind Farm Project/Meru (Isiolo) wind farm
Comment on investment chain
The project is owned by Eurus Energy Holdings, Meru County Investment and Development, and Windlab, each holding a 33.33% stake. he 80MW project is co-owned by MCIDC and Windlab.Sh15 billion deal signed at the 7th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 7) in Yokohama, Japan.
Promised benefits for local communities
Productive infrastructure (e.g. irrigation, tractors, machinery...), Financial support
Comment on promised benefits for local communities
The project is already benefiting the community by sponsoring local infrastructure improvements such as the school fence at Laciathuriu Day Secondary School. The project includes efforts for capacity building and knowledge transfer.
Comment on former land use
The specific former use of the land is not detailed, but it has been repurposed for renewable energy development.
Electricity generation
  • [current] On-shore wind turbines 0 %
    Intended capacity: 400 MW
  • [current] On-shore wind turbines 0 %
    Number of turbines: 20 Currently installed capacity: 80 MW Intended capacity: 400 MW
Comment on electricity generation
400-megawatts wind power plant
Meru County Wind Farm is an 80MW onshore wind power project.The project will feature 20 wind turbines and more than 40,000 solar panels.
Comment on use of produce
Power to feed the domestic grid.
Power to feed the domestic grid.The farm will produce renewable wind energy, contributing to Kenya's energy mix
Overall comment
Expected to cost Sh6.9 billion

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Comment
Tigania East Sub County The area which is located few metres from the Isiolo international airport The approximate coordinates of the power station are 0°19'47.0"N, 37°35'30.0"E
Specifically situated in Tigania West Constituency, Athwana Ward/Tigania East Sub County. The area which is located few metres from the Isiolo international airport The approximate coordinates of the power station are 0°19'47.0"N, 37°35'30.0"E

Data source #tzJgFRrF

File
Type
Media report
Url
Keep PDF not public
No
Publication title
Meru to host Africa’s first Sh15b hybrid power plant
Date
2019-09-02
Organisation
Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest)

Data source #k-whd2ST

File
Type
Company sources
Url
Keep PDF not public
No
Publication title
Meru Wind Farm Project Moves Closer to Reality
Date
2024-03-12
Name
By Albert Andeso
Organisation
CK