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GDC Tender For An Upto 10 Geothermal Wellhead Power Plant In Menengai

Harnessing the Earth's Heat: An Opportunity to Shape Kenya's Energy sector  Image: Steam Gushing Out Of A Menengai Geothermal Field, Lovely, Lovely Indeed Alphaxioms has been Nominated by Total Energies in the Startupper of the Year Challenge and Your Vote is of impact, Kindly support us Kenya's Menengai Geothermal Field in Nakuru is set to become a beacon of sustainable energy with the latest call from the Geothermal Development Company (GDC). They are seeking an independent power producer (IPP) to construct wellhead power plants with a capacity of up to 10 MW. This tender, based on a Build, Own, Operate (BOO) model, represents a significant stride towards the nation’s commitment to renewable energy. But what exactly is a geothermal wellhead, and why is it crucial for Kenya’s energy landscape? Understanding Geothermal Wellheads A geothermal wellhead is a critical component in geothermal energy production. It serves as the surface termination of a geothermal well, where the