KCB Bank Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Kenya’s clean energy transition through its support of the solarization project launched during the centenary celebrations of Alliance High School.
The milestone event, which marked 100 years of the institution’s legacy in academic excellence, was graced by the President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H., highlighting the growing national focus on sustainable infrastructure within the education sector.
Speaking at the event, KCB Bank Kenya Managing Director, Annastacia Kimtai, underscored the Bank’s strategic approach to clean energy financing as a driver of long-term economic efficiency and environmental stewardship.
“KCB is leveraging its financial expertise to unlock new investment in the sector by de-risking lending and providing flexible financing models to ensure that solarization growth is both sustainable and inclusive, especially in learning institutions,” she remarked.
The solar installation at Alliance High School is expected to enhance energy reliability, reduce operational costs, and lower the institution’s carbon footprint, demonstrating how renewable energy solutions can strengthen resilience in learning environments while contributing to Kenya’s broader climate commitments.
The Bank currently offers four key options; solar-powered cooking systems that also power lighting and equipment during non–cooking hours; steam-based cooking combined with solar for energy needs; LPG for clean cooking alongside solar power, and biogas systems that convert organic waste into energy, reducing fuel costs and promoting sustainability. So far, KCB have financed over 250 schools with solarization and LPG facilities.
KCB’s support is anchored in its Clean Energy Customer Value Proposition (CVP), a structured framework designed to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy solutions among households, SMEs, agribusinesses, and institutions.
Through accessible financing, tailored advisory services, and innovative funding models, the Bank is lowering barriers to clean energy uptake and catalyzing inclusive green growth.
As institutions increasingly seek cost-efficient and climate-smart infrastructure, KCB Bank Kenya continues to position itself as a key financial partner in advancing sustainable development across the country.
