Kenya and UAE Sign Deal to Develop First-Ever Geothermal Powered Data Centre By Robert Buluma Published on: March 07, 2024 06:13 (GMT) In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable technology, Kenya and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have inked a historic agreement to construct the world's first data centre powered entirely by geothermal energy. This momentous event was witnessed by President William Ruto, marking a significant step forward for Kenya's digital infrastructure. The memorandum of understanding signed between Kenya's EcoCloud and UAE's G42 represents a pivotal moment in the convergence of technology and environmental conservation. Under this partnership, a colossal 1GW mega data centre will be erected, catapulting Kenya's digital economy to unprecedented heights. Amos Siwoi, CEO of EcoCloud, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "By harnessing geothermal energy, we are not only meeting the region's data needs but also setting a
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