Henkel Switches To 100% Renewable Electricity In Kenya Manufacturing Site

Henkel described this achievement as a ‘significant step forward’ in the company’s sustainability efforts in the region, with Kenya leading the transition to clean energy.

Henkel Kenya is among the eight manufacturing sites of the Adhesive Technologies business unit in the Middle East and Africa, that have successfully transitioned to renewable electricity sources, the company noted.

The company achieved this transition with the help of on-site solar installations and sourcing energy from external renewable sources, such as hydroelectric and wind energy providers.

Nancy Mwathi, plant manager for Henkel’s Nairobi Adhesives Factory, stated, “This is a tremendous milestone for our team and a key part of Henkel’s broader vision. Seeing this project, which began in 2021, come to fruition in 2024 has been both exciting and transformative.

“By aligning our goals with Henkel’s 2030+ Sustainability Ambition Framework, we are not only contributing to global ambitions but also making a tangible impact on the ground here in Kenya.”

Henkel’s facility at Nairobi expects to eliminate 3.5 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually through this shift to renewable energy.

Currently, solar installation at Henkel’s Nairobi site meets about 95% of the daily electricity requirements on optimal days, while the remaining 5% is sourced from external renewable sources.

The plant is exploring ways to expand this capacity, reinforcing Henkel’s environmental responsibility.

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