today plate 101 · Energy · 2025 data

Volcanic heat makes nearly 45% of the power Kenya generates

  • 44.8% Geothermal power made almost half of Kenya's own electricity in 2025, more than any other source.
  • 5,982 vs 5,411 GWh Geothermal out-produced hydro and wind combined in 2025, as it has every year since 2022.
  • +19% Kenya's geothermal output rose from 5,037 GWh in 2021 to 5,982 GWh in 2025, despite a dip in 2024.
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