As part of our continuous awareness initiatives, our Senior Public Education & Advocacy Officer Mr. Peter Kirukmet and Public Education and Advocacy Officer, Ms. Caroline Mwangi had a privilege this afternoon to sensitize business and economics students at Mount Kenya University - MKU in Thika, Kiambu County. Our officers equipped the students who are set to graduate with crucial knowledge on the safe handling of gas cylinders, petroleum and energy products. #QualityEnergyQualityLife #EPRACares^DC
Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority
Government Administration
Nairobi, Kenya 7,728 followers
Regulatory agency for Electrical energy, Renewable energy, and Upstream, Midstream & Downstream Petroleum in Kenya.
About us
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority is established under the Energy Act 2019 to regulate the Electrical energy, Renewable energy, and other forms of energy as well as Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Petroleum and related products within the Republic of Kenya.
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http://www.epra.go.ke
External link for Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Petroleum, Energy, Electricity, LPG, Renewable Energy, Regulations, Licensing, Enforcement and Consumer Protection, Coal, and Energy Statistics
Locations
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Longonot Road
Eagle Africa Centre, Upperhill
Nairobi, Kenya 254, KE
Employees at Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority
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Gerald Cheruiyot
Engineer | Renewable Energy | Oil & Gas | ESG | PMP® | ESIA Lead Expert | IoT | Sustainable Real Estate
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Pavel Oimeke
Business Advisory and consulting
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Letitia Ouko
Communications Specialist
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Diana Nyaboke
Senior Auditor | Finance Manager & Consultant | Financial Risk Analyst | Certified Public Accountant | Project Manager | Quality Assurance Expert
Updates
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In accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019, Legal Notice No. 196 of 2010 and Legal Notice No. 26 of 2012, we have calculated the maximum retail prices of petroleum products, which will be in force from 15th July 2024 to 14th August 2024. In the period under review, the maximum allowed petroleum pump price for Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene decrease by KShs.1.00, KShs.1.50 and KShs.1.30 per litre respectively. Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene will now retail at Kshs.188.84, Kshs.171.60 and Kshs.161.75 respectively in Nairobi starting midnight. The prices are inclusive of the 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) in line with the provisions of the Finance Act 2023, the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2020 and the revised rates for excise duty adjusted for inflation as per Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020. Read the full press release through https://shorturl.at/meQb9 ^DC
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Know your EVs: Battery swapping/switching is an electric vehicle technology for 2 & 3 wheelers that allows electric vehicles to quickly exchange a discharged battery pack for a fully charged one. The process takes 2 to 3 minutes. #TusongeNaEVs
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Know your EVs: The 2024 Market Assessment Report of Electric 2 and 3 wheelers in Kenya consider affordability of powering EVs as the number one motivator for their adoption, followed by environmental consciousness. #TusongeNaEVs
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The 2024 Market Assessment Report of Electric 2 and 3 wheelers in Kenya reveals that EV users prefer to have charging or battery swapping stations in residential areas at 59.05% followed by highways at 30.48%. #TusongeNaEVs
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Myth: EVs are too expensive to use. While the upfront cost of some EVs might be higher than traditional ICE vehicles, the long-term running costs are lower. Electricity is generally cheaper than petroleum, and EVs require less maintenance. Additionally, government incentives and financing options are becoming available to make them more affordable. #TusongeNaEVs
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Myth: EVs aren't powerful enough for the African terrain, which can be rough, mountainous, or have unpaved roads. A lot of investments are being put into technology that is specific to Africa. Just like any other technology, there are different versions of EVs, with modern ones offering impressive power and torque. #TusongeNaEVs
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Myth buster: Electric vehicles are safe to drive even in the rain. They are made with water resistant technology that protects internal parts. #TusongeNaEVs.
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Practice safety when operating an electric vehicle and or its infrastructure. Do not try to tamper with it or install illegal connections for a charging station. #TusongeNaEVs
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The #TusongeNaEVs campaign enters the homestretch this week. Did you know that Government’s incentives have powered the uptake of Electric Vehicles in Kenya? #TusongeNaEVs
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