Lake Turkana Wind Power Project

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:wind
gptkbp:area 162,000 acres
gptkbp:awards received several awards
gptkbp:benefits job creation
community development programs
infrastructure improvements
regular evaluations conducted
gptkbp:capacity 310 MW
gptkbp:challenges environmental concerns
faced logistical challenges
gptkbp:climate_impact reduces carbon emissions
mitigates climate change effects
gptkbp:commissioned gptkb:2017
gptkb:2018
gptkbp:community_engagement local communities involved
involved local communities
gptkbp:community_feedback gathered for improvements
gptkbp:community_impact positive impact on local communities
gptkbp:community_involvement promotes climate resilience
gptkbp:community_programs implemented for local development
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:2014
gptkbp:contributes_to Kenya's energy supply
gptkbp:contribution_to_energy_mix gptkb:significant
gptkbp:developer gptkb:Lake_Turkana_Wind_Power_Limited
gptkbp:development_cost $680 million
gptkbp:economic_impact improves living standards
gptkbp:electrification clean electricity generation
gptkbp:employs local job creation
trained for operations
gptkbp:energy_transition supports energy transition efforts
gptkbp:environmental_concerns aligns with national energy policy
gptkbp:environmental_impact studies conducted
gptkbp:expansion_plans possible
gptkbp:financial_support receives international funding
gptkbp:funding secured through loans
gptkbp:future_plans expansion plans in consideration
gptkbp:grid_position gptkb:Kenya_Power
gptkb:Kenya_Power_and_Lighting_Company
supports national grid
gptkbp:historical_significance important for East Africa
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lake Turkana Wind Power Project
gptkbp:impact reduces carbon emissions
gptkbp:infrastructure improves local infrastructure
gptkbp:innovation incorporates innovative technologies
gptkbp:investment $680 million
gptkbp:is_funded_by various international investors
gptkbp:is_visible_from high visibility in media
gptkbp:legacy aims for long-term benefits
gptkbp:local_economy positive
gptkbp:location Lake Turkana, Kenya
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
ongoing maintenance required
gptkbp:operational_status operational
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Kenya's_Vision_2030
gptkbp:partnerships government and private sector
government of Kenya
gptkbp:payment_methods international investors
gptkbp:power_source 1,200 GWh
wind energy
contributes to energy independence
exports energy to neighboring regions
sufficient for thousands of homes
gptkbp:power_supply to the national grid
gptkbp:project ongoing
162 km
completed in phases
aims for sustainable development
managed by experienced team
increase renewable energy
recognized for innovation in energy
completed in 4 years
onshore wind farm
gptkbp:public_awareness raises awareness on renewable energy
gptkbp:regulatory_compliance obtained necessary permits
gptkbp:research supports renewable energy research
conducted on impact
gptkbp:security enhances energy security
gptkbp:stakeholders involves multiple stakeholders
various stakeholders involved
gptkbp:supply_chain local suppliers involved
gptkbp:sustainability renewable energy source
promotes sustainable energy
gptkbp:sustainability_efforts focus on sustainability practices
gptkbp:turbine_type gptkb:365
gptkbp:type renewable energy project
gptkbp:uses_technology gptkb:GE_turbines
turbine technology
gptkbp:water_resistance excellent wind conditions