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Roads and water infrastructure are complete. 54 wells have been drilled, 169 MWe equivalent of steam at the wellhead and successfully tested steam gathering system, IPPs are at different stages of finalizing their obligation [ Sossian 99%, Quantum 95%, Orpower 75%] as outlined in the project implementation and steam supply agreements, including power purchase agreement with off-taker (KPLC).

The Baringo-Silali block comprises three geothermal prospects namely: Paka, Korosi, and Silali prospects.  These are located on the Rift Valley floor, extending from Baringo County to the southern parts of Turkana County. The block covers an approximate area of 800 Km2 with a resource estimate of 3000MW. The Government of Kenya approved the development of the field in 2010. The main objective of the project is to contribute to the overall country’s renewable energy goals through the Development of electrical capacity (300MW), the lower cost of electricity, and develop direct use applications. In July 2014 KfW signed a loan of Euros 80 million with the Government of Kenya to finance the following project components, a) Construction of a water supply system, b) Drilling of 15-20 geothermal wells, and c) Project related consultancies - implementation consultant; feasibility studies; transaction advisor. So far the total number of wells drilled to completion in the block as at end of  April 2022 was Ten (10); five (7) in Paka and three (3) in Korosi. 

The Geothermal Centre of Excellence is the Geothermal Development Company’s training facility founded as a response to an existing regional skills gap in the geothermal energy subsector within the East African Rift Region. The Centre offers comprehensive, peer-reviewed short course programs in all aspects of geothermal energy development. Emphasis is placed on modern techniques of surface exploration, drilling, resource assessment, and project management. Programs on current geothermal direct use applications are also offered. The programs are continually evaluated to be in line with industry demands. In implementing these programs, the Centre leverages strong partnerships and linkages developed with various industry players.

The Suswa Geothermal Prospect has an estimated potential of 750MW which will be developed in phases. The first three-phase will develop a total of 300MW, with each phase developing 100MW. Detailed surface studies were completed in early 2013. National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) issued the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) License to GDC. A community engagement framework has been established.