The Ol-Danyat Wind Project is a utility-scale renewable energy development located in Kona Baridi, Kajiado County, Kenya, approximately 34 km southwest of Nairobi. Situated within the high-wind corridor of Ngong Hills, the project benefits from strong wind resources and close proximity to existing grid infrastructure, ensuring cost-effective integration into Kenya’s power system.
Phase 1 will deliver 30 MW, with a potential scale-up to 100 MW. The project is being developed by Ol-Danyat Power Ltd, with international technical partners. Once operational, it will strengthen Kenya’s clean energy supply, reduce carbon emissions, and contribute to the country’s ambition of achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2030.
Location: Kona Baridi, Kajiado County, Kenya
Coordinates: Approx. -2.5462, 36.7916
Technology: Onshore wind turbines
Planned Capacity: 30 MW (expandable to 100 MW)
Developer: Ol-Danyat Power Ltd (with technical partners)
Status: Pre-construction (Permitting / PPA negotiations)
Off-taker: Kenya Power (PPA under review for 30 MW)
Estimated COD: 2026 (subject to permitting/financing)
Impact: 150,000+ households powered, 200,000+ tCO₂ avoided annually
Proximity to Nairobi: Minimizes transmission costs and losses.
Energy Security: Adds reliable renewable capacity to Kenya’s grid.
Climate Alignment: Supports Kenya’s climate action commitments and SDG 7.
Community Benefits: Employment, skills transfer, and local infrastructure support.
Investor Appeal: Early-stage entry into a strategically located project with expansion potential.
EIA/Permitting: ESIA under review by NEMA.
Biodiversity: Bird and bat monitoring ongoing in the Ngong Hills corridor.
Community Engagement: Structured benefit-sharing agreements planned.
