Pwani Oil Products has exceeded its 2025 targets on renewable energy use and water recycling by 16% to 66% of the energy used across the company’s operations comes from renewable sources, primarily its on-site solar power plant.
Rajul Malde, Pwani Oil’s Commercial Director said the achievement surpasses its original 2025 goal marking a significant milestone in the company’s green energy journey.
“These targets fall under our planet pillar, which guides our efforts to reduce environmental impact, manage carbon emissions, and embed sustainable practices across our operations,” said Rajul Malde, Pwani Oil’s Commercial Director.
Kenya generates more than 70% of its energy from renewable sources like geothermal, hydro and wind energy, with the solar energy sector becoming attractive for industrial and home use.
The Kenyan government zero rates the importation of some inputs like solar panels and inverters to encourage sales. However, solar technology that is imported into Kenya continues to be taxed with import duties and retailers often have to charge over 15 percent value added tax making consumers foot the high cost of going green.
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Solar energy’s reliability and lower cost despite initial high installation capital has attracted steel manufactures and edible oil factories who form some of the biggest clientele for a company based in the capital, Nairobi.
On the water conservation front, Pwani Oil has made even greater strides. The company has exceeded its water recycling target of 70%, reaching an impressive 99%, a testament to its dedication to responsible water management.
Pwani is striving to achieve 100% wastewater recycling, increasing reliance on renewable energy to 70%, eliminating landfill waste entirely and planting one million trees.
