Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP), owner of Africa’s largest wind power plant, has named Max Schiff as its Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1st, 2024.
Schiff übernimmt takes over from Mr. Phylip Leferink, whose second term as CEO ended on March 31st, 2024. Leferink served for a total of two years.
The Board Chair, Mr. Mugo Kibati, said Schiff will lead LTWP’s operations and strategy, overseeing all business functions.
His proven leadership and 15-year career in the renewable energy industry will ensure LTWP’s continued success.
Kibati said the Board is confident that under Schiff’s leadership, LTWP will further contribute clean, reliable, and affordable wind energy to Kenya’s national grid.
Schiff’s Proven Track Record
Schiff’s extensive experience includes senior regional roles in business development and general management. He has a strong record of managing multiple power projects and companies across Africa. His achievements include ensuring plant reliability and safety, building financial strength, enhancing shareholder value, and implementing successful strategies.
Schiff has delivered improved performance in business units and high-value projects across several countries, including Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Egypt, Malawi, Sudan, and Eritrea.
Schiff sees his role as an opportunity to solidify LTWP’s commitment to delivering clean energy with integrity and purpose. He aims to set a positive example as an energy provider and employer, playing a vital role in Kenya’s and the region’s energy transition.
The Lake Turkana Wind Power project is located in Loiyangalani District, Marsabit County, Kenya. It consists of 365 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 850 kW. The project also includes a high-voltage substation connected to the Kenyan national grid through a 438 km transmission line built by the Kenyan government.
LTWP supplies reliable and low-cost energy, representing approximately 10% of Kenya’s installed capacity, to the national grid.
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (Kenya Power) purchases this power at a fixed price under a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).
