The government will go ahead with plans to produce coal power despite opposition from civil society and some MPs, Energy PS Joseph Njoroge has said. The project to be built by Amu Power Company has run into opposition from civil society groups and politicians, who have raised environmental concerns. Njoroge said the government will explain to residents the benefits of coal power and try to convince the public and other players over the safety of the energy source. Those opposed to the project say coal is dirty and its production will have a negative impact on the environment. Njoroge said the government plans to ensure the use of the Super Clean Coal Technology to produce the coal power.

Source: The Star February 07, 2018 20:15 UTC