Kenya is embracing Bitcoin mining as a tool to strengthen its renewable energy sector. On May 24, 2024, Marathon Digital Holdings announced a landmark partnership with Kenya’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum. The agreement aims to invest over $80 million into green data infrastructure, specifically targeting underutilized energy sources like geothermal, solar, and wind.
Kenya already generates more than 80% of its electricity from renewables, with plans to hit 100% by the end of the decade. However, managing this energy effectively remains a challenge. Bitcoin mining could help absorb surplus production, converting otherwise wasted energy into economic value — a model increasingly seen worldwide.
The deal includes a joint steering committee to coordinate energy-related projects across the country. According to Cointelegraph, this move positions Kenya as a pioneer in combining decentralized technology with sustainable infrastructure.
As CoinDesk reports, it’s the first time Marathon has partnered directly with a national government — and it could become a blueprint for how Bitcoin mining supports green energy expansion in emerging markets.
