NAIROBI, Kenya, May 10 – Huawei Eastern Africa on Friday hosted a high-level roundtable to explore how advanced solar and energy storage technologies can accelerate Kenya’s clean energy transition and enhance grid resilience.
Held under the theme “Utility PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems: Energy Storage Integration for Kenya’s Grid Resilience & Energy Transition”, the event brought together key stakeholders from KPLC, EPRA, KETRACO, and KENGEN.
Discussions focused on the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), smart grids, and grid-forming technologies to support Kenya’s goal of achieving 100 percent renewable energy by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050.
“Kenya’s expanding solar capacity demands innovative storage solutions to stabilize the grid and ensure uninterrupted clean energy access,” Huawei representatives said.
Participants underscored the role of BESS in mitigating intermittency of solar power, improving reliability, and expanding rural electrification through minigrids and off-grid solutions.
They also highlighted the importance of local skills development and supportive policy frameworks, such as VAT reductions and investment incentives, to drive sector growth.
Huawei reiterated its commitment to supporting Kenya’s energy ambitions through cutting-edge BESS, AI-powered grid management, and rural electrification technologies.
