ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED DIRECT AIR CAPTURE (DAC) PROJECT IN ELEMENTAITA, KENYA

Summary

Kenya is planning a pioneering Direct Air Capture (DAC) project in Elementaita to address climate change by reducing atmospheric CO2 levels. Octavia Carbon proposes to use advanced DAC technology powered by local geothermal energy to capture 1,000 tons of CO2 annually for permanent geological sequestration. This project is currently in the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) phase, aiming to contribute to global climate mitigation while fostering local economic growth and aligning with Kenya's sustainable development goals.

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