Strathmore Energy Research Centre

Stove producers from Mombasa, Kakamega, Kisumu, Kwale, Nakuru, Nyeri, Vihiga and Siaya counties were trained on cookstove quality assurance, testing and cook stove standards from 13th to 15th November. The training equips cookstove producers with knowledge on the national and international quality requirements for improved cookstoves including various testing protocols and standards such as the KS 1814:2019, ISO 19867-1 and the Water Boiling Test Protocol. The cookstove producers had an insightful interaction with representatives from the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCAK), which greatly enhanced their understanding of several key areas: ✅ Standards in the Clean Cooking Industry ✅ The Role and Value of Testing ✅ The Process for Obtaining a Quality Sticker from KEBS and CCAK ✅ Voluntary Labelling Standards (VLS ✅ Engagement with Cookstove Testing Labs ✅ Research, Innovation, and Development This interaction equipped the producers with essential knowledge to improve product quality, adhere to standards, and enhance their market positioning. This training is led by Strathmore Energy Research Centre under “Promotion of Climate-Friendly Cooking in Kenya and co-financed by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and Kenya’s Ministry of Energy of Kenya. #cleancooking #cleanenergy #renewableenergy #sustainablefuture

Hongera ! 📸 #solarhotwatersystems #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #SolarPower #EnergyTransition #COP29Azerbaijan #COP29 From Bottom Left: Caroline Athanas, Joseph Musembi and Stephanie Uwimana. Strathmore University, UKRI - Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge (IDC), SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp & UKAID.

🌍 What a brilliant five days for participants from (bottom from left) Burundi - Jessica Tuyisenge, Rwanda - ILDE MUKAMATABARO and Kenya - Mary Muhoro who were among 18 other delegates to exchange knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of solar hot water system installations. 🌍 This first cohort played a crucial role in helping the Strathmore Energy Research Centre shape the foundational course that will ensure the future of solar hot water installations in Africa and beyond are energy-efficient, safely installed, and—most importantly—reduce our over-reliance on fossil fuels. 🌍 The exchange of ideas among brilliant minds and hands-on training will have a lasting impact on the adoption of sustainable energy solutions in the region. 🌍 We are grateful to for the support provided by UKAID, UKRI - Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge (IDC) and the Innovate UK Energy Catalyst programme for the support provided to SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp and Strathmore Energy Research Centre for the first cohort of training. #sustainablefuture #cleanenergy #renewableenergy #solarhotwatersystems Faisal Ghani, PhD, FRSA, Kris Aitchison, Bundi Thomas, Ignatius Maranga, Dr. Churchill Saoke Ph.D., Dr. Eng. Fenwicks S. Musonye, P.E., CEM®., CREP®., CMVP®., PMP®.

Pictorials: Installation of Solar Hot Water Systems Fundamentals Course #solarhotwatersystems #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #SolarPower #EnergyTransition #COP29Azerbaijan #COP29

The SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp training trolley provided trainees with valuable hands-on experience, offering them a practical understanding of how the system operates. The session covered a broad range of activities designed to build confidence in handling the system, including: ✔️ Overview of systems components ✔️ Filling the tank with various fluids such as water, glycol (for antifreeze properties) or an inhibitor (to prevent corrosion) ✔️ Powering the controller ✔️ Adjusting flow rate ✔️ Sensor positioning ✔️ General operations and troubleshooting of the system The practical's ensured that the trainees are able to operate the system efficiently and troubleshoot potential issues that could happen in real world scenarios. #sustainablefuture #cleanenergy #renewableenergy #solarhotwatersystems

🗺️ The training on the installation of Solar Hot Water Systems continues today where delegates were divided into four groups to tackle a design question. 🗺️ Each group presented its findings to the rest of the team. Silvester Mukaisi, representing Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), is the spokesperson for his group. #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition

🗺️ The Installation of Solar Hot Water Systems training was officially launched on 11th November 2024 by Dr. Churchill Saoke Ph.D. (bottom centre), Director, Strathmore Energy Research Centre. 🗺️ The training attracted delegates from Nairobi, Nyeri, Kisumu, Kisii, Burundi, and Rwanda. Experts from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) and Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) were also present to offer their expertise. 🗺️ The new training program consists of nine modules and spans five days, with a hands-on practical session using the SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp training trolley, developed by Faisal Ghani, PhD, FRSA. #energyefficiency #renewableenergy #climateactionnow Dr. Eng. Fenwicks S. Musonye, P.E., CEM®., CREP®., CMVP®., PMP®, Dr. Churchill Saoke Ph.D., Bundi Thomas, Ignatius Maranga

💡 We are pleased to continue working toward a clean energy transition in the region as we begin #COP29. 💡 Last week, we provided hands-on training on solar photovoltaics to 18 renewable energy experts. Understanding the technical components and designing optimized PV stand-alone systems were part of the course. 💡 It is always a joy to see people's light bulb moments at the end of classes when areas they were unsure of become clear. 💡 Each of you is appreciated for continuing to trust us in your quest for a cleaner, #sustainablefuture. #energytransition #renewableenergy #solar

🚝 We are excited to announce that Strathmore University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Electric Mobility Association of Kenya. 🚝 This collaboration will include joint research and development, pilot programs, capacity building, awareness and advocacy, policy advocacy, technology transfer and innovation, resource sharing, among others. 🚝 Together, we can make #sustainable transportation a reality in our country. From Left: Dr. Churchill Saoke Ph.D., Director, Strathmore Energy Research Centre, Prof. Izael Da Silva, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Strathmore University and Hezbon Mose, President Electric Mobility Association of Kenya (EMAK) #sustainabletransport #renewableenergy #cop29

🌍 At Strathmore Energy Research Centre, we’re committed to the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy to meet the world’s energy needs. 🌍 A key focus is the decarbonization of heat, and solar thermal technology offers a carbon-free solution to meet global heating demand. 🌍 With two-thirds of the world’s population in sunny equatorial regions, solar thermal systems can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower energy costs, and improve quality of life by displacing harmful fuels like charcoal and wood. 🌍 To advance this goal, Strathmore Energy Research Centre and SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp with support from UKAID, UKRI - Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge (IDC) and the Innovate UK Energy Catalyst programme will launch its first-ever "Installation of Solar Hot Water Systems Fundamentals" course on Monday, November 11. 🌍 Today, the training team, led by Dr. Faisal Ghani, PhD, FRSA, Kris Aitchison, Bundi Thomas, and Ignatius Maranga, made a courtesy call to the Director of Strathmore Energy Research Centre, Dr. Churchill Saoke Ph.D. and completed the testing and commissioning of the SolarisKit Ltd | Certified B Corp Trolley kit, which will be used in the five-day training program. #solarhotwatersystems #sustainability #cleanenergy