Epika Clean Cooking Stakeholder Consultation Forum
Overview
The Epika Clean Cooking Stakeholder Consultation Forum was successfully held on 13 March 2026 at Eland Safari Hotel, Nyeri County. The event was convened by Bidhaa Sasa Ltd (Epika Energy) and brought together key stakeholders in the clean energy and development sectors.
Key Participants
The forum featured participation from representatives of government agencies, development organizations, and implementing partners, including:
- Silvanus Odede – Executive Director, MECHI
- Antony Kinyili – Programmes Manager, MECHI
- Christine Kagendo – Representative, Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC)
Purpose of the Forum
The consultation forum aimed to engage stakeholders on a proposed clean cooking initiative focused on:
- Promoting adoption of electric pressure cookers (EPCs)
- Targeting rural households connected to the national grid
- Enhancing collaboration among public and private sector actors
Key Objectives
The initiative discussed during the forum seeks to:
- Accelerate Kenya’s transition to clean energy
- Reduce dependence on biomass fuels such as firewood and charcoal
- Lower household energy costs through efficient cooking technologies
- Improve health outcomes by reducing indoor air pollution
- Support national climate and sustainability goals
Expected Impact
The proposed initiative is expected to deliver significant social, environmental, and economic benefits, including:
- Increased access to clean and modern cooking solutions
- Reduced deforestation and environmental degradation
- Empowerment of rural communities through sustainable energy use
- Contribution to Kenya’s climate action commitments
Conclusion
The forum marked an important step in fostering partnerships and aligning stakeholders toward a shared vision of clean, affordable, and sustainable cooking solutions in Kenya.