Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about the High-Level Summit on Clean Cooking Finance in Kenya
General Information
What is the Clean Cooking Summit Kenya 2025?
The High-Level Summit on Unlocking Finance and Investments for Institutional Clean Cooking in Kenya is a government-led initiative organized by the Office of the Special Envoy for Climate Change. It brings together policymakers, investors, and clean cooking stakeholders to accelerate financing for institutional clean cooking solutions across Kenya.
When and where is the summit taking place?
The summit is scheduled for October 28, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EAT) at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill. The venue provides state-of-the-art facilities for this high-level government event.
Who is organizing this summit?
The summit is organized by the Office of the President Kenya through the Office of the Special Envoy for Climate Change, in partnership with the Clean Cooking Alliance and other key stakeholders in the clean cooking ecosystem.
Registration & Participation
How do I register for the summit?
Registration is by invitation only for this high-level government summit. Invitations are extended to key stakeholders in clean cooking finance, government officials, development partners, and institutional buyers. If you believe you should be included, please contact the organizing committee through our official channels.
Is there a registration fee?
No, there is no registration fee for this government-sponsored summit. All sessions, materials, and refreshments are provided at no cost to participants.
Who should attend this summit?
The summit is designed for senior government officials, development finance institutions, private investors, institutional buyers (schools, hospitals, prisons), clean cooking technology providers, and policy makers involved in clean cooking finance and implementation.
Business Hub & Networking
What is the Business Hub?
The Business Hub is a dedicated space for exhibitions, networking, and deal-making activities. It features technology demonstrations, investor meetings, and partnership discussions to facilitate concrete business outcomes from the summit.
How can I participate in the exhibitions?
Exhibition spaces are allocated to key technology providers and financing institutions. If you're interested in showcasing clean cooking solutions or financing products, please submit your application through the summit registration portal.
What are Deal Rooms?
Deal Rooms are private meeting spaces where investors, technology providers, and institutional buyers can conduct focused discussions on specific financing opportunities and partnership agreements during the summit.
Logistics & Practical Information
What should I bring to the summit?
Please bring a valid government-issued ID for security clearance, business cards for networking, and any presentation materials if you're a scheduled speaker. All summit materials and refreshments will be provided.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation arrangements vary by participant category. Government officials and key international delegates will have accommodation coordinated by the organizing committee. Other participants should make their own arrangements, though we can provide recommendations for nearby hotels.
What is the dress code?
This is a high-level government summit. Business formal attire is required for all sessions. Traditional African formal wear is also appropriate and welcomed.
Will there be translation services?
The summit will be conducted primarily in English. Swahili translation will be available for key sessions. If you require other language support, please indicate this in your registration or contact the organizing committee in advance.
Technology & Innovation
What clean cooking technologies will be showcased?
The summit will feature cutting-edge institutional clean cooking technologies including improved biomass stoves, biogas systems, electric cooking solutions, solar cooking systems, and hybrid technologies. Each technology will be evaluated for scalability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact in institutional settings.
How are technologies evaluated for institutional use?
Technologies are assessed based on capacity (ability to serve 100+ people), fuel efficiency, maintenance requirements, local availability of fuel/energy sources, initial investment costs, operational costs, and environmental benefits. Priority is given to solutions that can be manufactured or assembled locally in Kenya.
Will there be live cooking demonstrations?
Yes, the Business Hub will feature live cooking demonstrations throughout the day, showcasing how different technologies perform in real institutional cooking scenarios. Attendees can observe efficiency, cooking times, and food quality outcomes.
Financing & Investment
What financing options will be discussed?
The summit will explore various financing mechanisms including government budget allocations, development finance institution loans, blended finance structures, carbon credit financing, private sector partnerships, lease-to-own models, and innovative payment schemes tailored for institutional buyers.
What is the expected investment range for institutional clean cooking?
Investment requirements vary by institution size and technology choice. Small institutions (100-300 people) typically require $5,000-$15,000, medium institutions (300-1,000 people) need $15,000-$50,000, while large institutions (1,000+ people) may require $50,000-$200,000. The summit will present financing solutions for all scales.
How can institutions access carbon credit financing?
Institutions can monetize their clean cooking transitions through verified carbon credit programs. The summit will feature sessions on carbon credit registration, monitoring requirements, revenue projections, and partnerships with carbon credit buyers. Typical returns range from $2-$8 per ton of CO2 reduced.
Are there government incentives available?
The Government of Kenya offers various incentives including tax exemptions on clean cooking equipment, subsidized loans through development finance institutions, priority access to government tenders for institutions with clean cooking systems, and potential budget support for public institutions transitioning to clean cooking.
Implementation & Operations
What is the typical implementation timeline?
Implementation timelines vary by technology and institution size. Simple improved stoves can be installed within 2-4 weeks, biogas systems require 2-3 months, while comprehensive kitchen renovations with multiple technologies may take 4-6 months. The summit will provide detailed implementation roadmaps.
What training and support is provided?
Comprehensive training programs include cook training (2-5 days), maintenance training for facility staff (1-2 days), management training for administrators, ongoing technical support, and access to spare parts networks. Training materials are provided in English and Swahili.
How do institutions measure success and impact?
Success metrics include fuel cost savings (typically 30-60%), cooking time reduction, improved air quality measurements, cook satisfaction surveys, maintenance cost tracking, and environmental impact assessments. Digital monitoring systems can provide real-time performance data.
What ongoing maintenance is required?
Maintenance requirements vary by technology but typically include daily cleaning protocols, weekly performance checks, monthly technical inspections, and annual comprehensive servicing. Most technologies are designed for easy maintenance by institutional staff with basic training.
Policy & Regulatory
What are Kenya's clean cooking policy commitments?
Kenya has committed to achieving universal access to clean cooking by 2028, with specific targets for institutional clean cooking. The National Clean Cooking Strategy mandates that all public institutions transition to clean cooking technologies, with budget allocations and implementation timelines defined in the policy framework.
Are there regulatory requirements for institutional cooking?
Yes, institutions must comply with environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and energy efficiency requirements. New regulations mandate environmental impact assessments for large institutional kitchens and require compliance with air quality standards in enclosed cooking spaces.
How does this align with Kenya's climate commitments?
Institutional clean cooking is a key component of Kenya's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement. The transition supports Kenya's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 32% by 2030 and contributes to the country's green growth strategy.
Success Stories & Case Studies
Which institutions have successfully transitioned to clean cooking?
Several Kenyan institutions have successfully implemented clean cooking solutions, including Kenyatta University (biogas system serving 15,000 students), Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (improved biomass stoves), and various primary schools under the School Meals Program. Case studies will be presented during the summit.
What cost savings have institutions achieved?
Successful implementations have achieved 40-70% reduction in fuel costs, 30-50% reduction in cooking time, and significant improvements in kitchen working conditions. For example, a 500-student school typically saves $200-400 monthly on fuel costs after transitioning to clean cooking technologies.
What challenges have institutions faced and how were they overcome?
Common challenges include initial financing barriers (addressed through innovative financing), cook training requirements (solved through comprehensive training programs), and maintenance concerns (mitigated through local service networks). The summit will share lessons learned and best practices.
Still Have Questions?
If you could not find the answer to your question, please do not hesitate to contact our organizing committee. Our team is ready to provide additional information and support your participation in this transformative summit.
Email Support
benson.ireri@climateenvoy.go.ke
Phone Support
+254 738 784 488
Office Location
Nairobi, Kenya