David Njugi

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

Sessions

Session

Solar PV as a Catalyst for PURE

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

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.