Project Details
In Buruburu, Nairobi County, our client George had been running his borehole pump entirely on KPLC power, and the resulting electricity bills were becoming an increasingly heavy monthly burden. Wanting to cut this recurring cost permanently, George approached ALKIM Green Galaxy Limited for a dedicated solar pumping solution.
After assessing the borehole's pump specifications and daily water demand, we designed and installed a 16.52kWp solar pumping system powered by an 11kW solar pumping inverter, allowing the borehole to draw water directly from sunlight during the day with no grid input at all.
| Client | George |
| Location | Buruburu, Nairobi County |
| Project Size (kW) | 16.52kWp Solar Power, 11kW Pumping Inverter |
| Installation Date | 22nd March 2026 |
Solar Components Installed
The system comprised:
28 units of 590W monocrystalline solar panels (Total: 16.52kWp)11kW Solar Pumping Inverter
Heavy-duty galvanized mounting structure
DC cabling, combiner box and protection accessories.
Complete installation, testing and commissioning.
What the Solar Pumping System Delivers
The 16.52kWp array powers the borehole pump directly during daylight hours, ensuring:
Reliable daily water abstraction without any reliance on KPLC
Zero pumping electricity costs going forward
Reduced strain on the pump through stable, optimized power delivery
Project Summary
George's borehole had become an expensive fixture on his monthly electricity bill. Rather than continue absorbing rising KPLC tariffs, he opted to solarize the pump entirely, matching a strong 11kW pumping inverter with a generously sized 16.52kWp array to guarantee dependable output even on overcast days.
Overview
Our technical team mounted the 28-panel array for maximum sun exposure and configured the pumping inverter to run the borehole efficiently through daylight hours, with full protection against dry-run and voltage fluctuation.
Results
Zero Pumping Costs – The borehole now runs entirely free of KPLC charges.Reliable Water Supply – Consistent daytime pumping performance.
Long-Term Savings – A one-time investment replacing an ongoing monthly expense
Sustainable Operation – Clean, silent, maintenance-light power for the pump.
Client Testimonial
My borehole was costing me a fortune every month in electricity. Since ALKIM Green Galaxy solarized the pump, I haven't paid a single shilling to run it. It was one of the smartest investments I've made for my property.
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