The report, titled "Beyond Turbines: Impacting Kenya, Empowering People", outlines LTWP’s contributions to Kenya’s energy and development goals.
In 2024, the wind farm supplied 1,367 GWh to the national grid.
From left to right: Willem Dolleman- Winds of Change (WoC) Chairman, Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) Chairman Joy Brenda Mdivo, Felix Rottmann, the ESG Manager, George Njenga, LTWP Executive Chairman, Joseph Lekuton (MP) and Manners Chuma, the Principal Portfolio Management Officer, African Development Bank Group, during the official launch of the 2024 LTWP Sustainability Report that was held at Tamarind Brasserie, Karen on Thursday, June 12, 2025 /HANDOUT
Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) launched its 2024 Sustainability Report.
The report, titled "Beyond Turbines: Impacting Kenya, Empowering People," details LTWP's 2024 impact that includes delivering 10.89 per cent of Kenya's grid power, cutting 574,547 tonnes of Carbon emissions, and investing Sh875 million in community initiatives over six years.
Joy Brenda Mdivo, Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) Chairman, commended LTWP's contributions to Kenya’s economic and green energy agenda.
"The Lake Turkana Wind Power is evidence of progress for Kenya's energy sector. It exemplifies the transformative power of public-private partnerships in delivering clean, affordable energy and driving sustainable development that directly benefits our citizens," she said.
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) Chairman Joy Brenda Mdivo gives her keynote speech during the official launch of the 2024 LTWP Sustainability Report that was held at Tamarind Brasserie, Karen on Thursday, June 12, 2025 /HANDOUT
The 2024 report showcases how LTWP’s operations extend beyond electricity generation to fostering community well-being, promoting local economic growth, and championing environmental protection.
"The 2024 Sustainability Report reveals LTWP’s commitment to powering Kenya's future, not just with clean energy, but with tangible, positive impact. We are proud to showcase that we are empowering people and driving sustainable growth in Kenya," said George Njenga, LTWP Executive Chairman.
“LTWP is a successful case study of how a project of this magnitude can have an impact community, local employment, and environmental stewardship is actively shaping Kenya's socio-economic landscape and propelling its ambitious green energy goals forward," added Willem Dolleman, Winds of Change (WoC) Chairman.
With Kenya setting an ambitious goal to achieve a 100% green energy transition by 2030, the report showcases LTWP's contribution towards this target.
LTWP Executive Chairman George Njenga gives his opening remarks during the official launch of the 2024 LTWP Sustainability Report on Thursday, June 12, 2025 /HANDOUT
Key highlights from the report include:
Pioneering clean energy: In 2024, LTWP delivered 1,367 GWh of power, contributing 10.89% of Kenya's grid supply. Since its inception, LTWP has contributed over 9.5 billion kWh to the national grid, significantly reducing Kenya's reliance on fossil fuels and displacing approximately Sh167 billion worth of fuel imports.
Environmental leadership: In 2024, the project achieved a remarkable reduction of 574,547 tonnes in carbon emissions, reinforcing its role in mitigating climate change. LTWP also intensified its environmental initiatives, including planting 528 trees and promoting conservation efforts towards Kenya's 30% tree cover target.
Empowering communities: Through its NGO, Winds of Change (WoC), LTWP invested in community health, education, and water initiatives in the Laisamis Constituency. This includes the construction of new classroom blocks, a modern laboratory, and a 46-bed male ward at Laisamis Hospital, serving approximately 116,000 residents in 2024.
Investing in people: LTWP remains a leading private employer in Marsabit County, with 81% of its 302 employees hailing from local communities.
Robust safety culture: LTWP achieved 285 'Green Days' in 2024 – days without any recordable incidents – demonstrating its strong commitment to workplace safety through initiatives like the 12 LTWP Golden Rules and extensive Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) training.
"Our 2024 Sustainability Report is a deep dive into the tangible outcomes of our ESG strategy. We are continuously tracking our progress and striving for global best practices in environmental and social governance,” noted Felix Rottmann, LTWP ESG Manager.
Lake Turkana Wind Power staff drawn from the senior leadership team, the wind farm site and the Nairobi office pose for a group photo during the official launch of the 2024 LTWP Sustainability Report that was held at Tamarind Brasserie, Karen, on Thursday, June 12, 2025/HANDOUT
From left to right: Yvonne Okwara, the panel moderator, Mphokolo Makara, Head of Energy and Infrastructure East Africa, Standard Bank Group, Willem Dolleman, Chairman, Winds of Change, LTWP Executive Chairman George Njenga, George Aluru, CEO, Electricity Sector Association of Kenya (ESAK) and Manners Chuma - Principal Portfolio Management Officer, Africa Development Bank (AfDB) during a panel at the official launch of the 2024 LTWP Sustainability Report on Thursday, June 12, 2025 /HANDOUT
