- Job Title
- Board Member
- Company
- Kenya Renewable Energy Association (KEREA)
- Country
- Kenya
David Njugi is an Executive Committee/Board Member at the Kenya Renewable Energy Association. He is also the Chair of the PowerUp Kenya campaign whose aim is to mobilise investments in the renewable energy sector. David is also the Productive Use Specialist within the Energy Access pillar at the World Resources Institute, WRI Africa.
March 13, 2025Welcome and Introduction
11:00 am - 11:05 am
Solar PV as a Catalyst for PURE
The transition to renewable energy in Africa is not just about electrification—it is about leveraging energy access to drive economic growth, enhance livelihoods, and improve service delivery across key sectors. Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology has emerged as a powerful enabler of Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE), fostering sustainable development by powering businesses, agricultural activities, and essential community services.