A New Project in Kenya has Opted to Take its Energy Supply from Geothermal Sources
Scenic view of geothermal steam rising from volcanic terrain by a lake in Iceland.
Kenya’s booming geothermal sector has hit another milestone with the signing of a memorandum of understanding between local data centre company EcoCloud and Abu Dhabi-based technology firm G42 to build a data centre that will run purely on geothermal energy. Speaking at the signing ceremony, which was witnessed by President William Ruto, EcoCloud’s CEO Amos Siwoi said: “By harnessing the power of geothermal energy, we are not only meeting the region’s data needs but also setting a new standard for eco-friendly infrastructure. This partnership underscores our dedication to a greener, more sustainable future for Africa and beyond.” Data centres require huge amounts of electricity, especially with the growing use of power-hungry AI-based applications. Any interruption to electricity supply has potentially critical implications for their operations.