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Leroy Mwasaru - The Young Kenyan Innovator in Renewable Energy

Leroy Mwasaru, a young Kenyan innovator, stands as a leading figure in the field of renewable energy.

By Lucy Adautin

Leroy Mwasaru, a young Kenyan innovator, stands as a leading figure in the field of renewable energy. He is the founder of Greenpact, a pioneering enterprise that converts organic waste into biogas, providing a sustainable and affordable energy source for households and institutions. Mwasaru’s remarkable journey from a high school student with a novel idea to a celebrated entrepreneur has garnered him a place among Africa’s most successful 30 Under 30 list, recognizing his significant contributions to renewable energy and sustainability in Africa.

Early Beginnings and Birth of Greenpact Mwasaru’s story began in a small town in Kenya, where he witnessed firsthand, the challenges posed by inadequate waste management and the lack of affordable energy. During his high school years, Mwasaru and his classmates faced a major problem with their school’s sanitation facilities. The pit

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