ABOUT US
From our first energy audit in 2007 to 90 TPH of steam generation capacity across East Africa, we've stayed true to one goal — measurable energy savings for every client we serve.
To help clients enhance their business competitiveness by providing best practice tools in a cost-effective and eco-friendly manner
We believe no Kenyan business should be held back by expensive, polluting energy. Our mission is to make renewable energy so accessible, affordable, and reliable that switching becomes the obvious decision — not a bold one.
Industrial thermal energy is one of the biggest cost centers in manufacturing, yet it is rarely treated as a strategic lever.
Impact, per tonne
Every tonne of biomass we process —
Recognised for
excellence.
Independent recognition from KPMG, Nation Media Group, and leading ESG bodies — validating our commitment to people, planet, and performance.
Industries We Power
Enhancing Business Competitiveness
Our Work In Action
15 years of clean energy
for Kenyan industry.
04 — Our Journey
Our Road Map
A timeline of innovation, expansion, and sustainability from 2006 to 2026.
2006
Inception & Consultancy
The foundational year of the company, setting the base in Nairobi with specialized consulting services.
- 01Lean Solutions Nairobi Formed.
- 02Product: Kaizen Consultancy introduced.
2007 – 2008
Energy Audits Expansion
Expanding the service portfolio to include energy audits and opening new operations in Tanzania.
- 01Lean Energy Solutions Ltd formed.
- 02Product: Energy audits (Kenya).
- 03Lean Solutions (T) Ltd formed (Tanzania).
2009 – 2012
Manufacturing & Awards
Transitioning into physical product manufacturing and gaining significant industry recognition.
- 01Products Introduced: Briquette Manufacturing & Boiler conversion.
- 021st Briquetting factory established at Muhoroni.
- 03Won SME of the Year award & KIM's OPI tool participation.
- 042nd Briquetting factory established at Kiambu.
2013 – 2015
Scaling Operations
Achieving top overall awards, securing vital certifications, and aggressively expanding boiler conversions.
- 01Top 100 Mid-Sized Companies Overall Winner.
- 02Received the African Climate Award.
- 03Achieved ISO 9001: 2008 certification.
- 04Significantly increased Boiler Conversions in the country.
2016 – 2017
Solar & Renewables
A major pivot towards solar energy solutions, expanding workforce, and commissioning new manufacturing plants.
- 01Grew to 250+ direct and indirect employees.
- 02Ventured into Solar Business partnering with Schneider Electric (K) Ltd.
- 03Construction & operations of 3rd Briquetting Factory at Maai-Mahiu.
- 04Ventured into Solar Water Heating business.
- 05Ventured into Pellet Manufacturing business.
2019 – 2022
Industrial Energy Dominance
Expanding commercial footprint across East Africa, executing off-grid projects, and managing widespread industrial sites.
- 01Ventured into Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Space of Solar PV.
- 02Successfully completed Off Grid Solar Projects.
- 03Overseeing operations and performance of 20 Boiler Sites across Kenya and Tanzania.
2024 – 2026
Regional Expansion & Impact
Solidifying status as a sustainable powerhouse with regional expansion into Uganda and achieving high-level ESG certifications.
- 01Set up an office in Uganda and commissioned the first project in the country.
- 02Completed 90 TPH of Steam Generation Capacity for C&I clients across East Africa.
- 03Achieved Superbrands status and B Corp certification.
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Creating human impact
beyond energy metrics.
Aligned to the Global Goals
Six goals. One mission.
Every audit, boiler conversion and solar array advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — measurable progress, not just intent.
13
Climate Action
350,000 tonnes of CO₂ already kept out of the atmosphere.
07
Affordable & Clean Energy
Outsourced steam, solar and biomass delivered below grid cost.
09
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Build–Own–Operate utility infrastructure for East African industry.
05
Gender Equality
Deliberate employment of women across our briquetting plants.
11
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Cleaner air and reliable energy for the communities we serve.
17
Partnerships for the Goals
Long-term partnerships with 25+ organisations and Schneider Electric.
Every project is personal. At Lean Energy, your results matter to us.
We are committed to measurable impact. Our engineers, auditors, and project managers work as one team — so your energy transformation is seamless from the first site audit through to ongoing monitoring, reporting, and long-term support.
Take the Lean Energy stand ↓
Designing solutions that pay for themselves, last decades, and leave a cleaner footprint — that is what makes us tick.
We believe no Kenyan business should be held back by expensive, polluting energy. Every audit we run, every boiler we convert, every solar array we commission is a step toward an industry that generates its own clean energy at a fraction of the current cost. A stand does not need to be grand to be worthwhile. Every watt shifted to renewable power is a compound investment in Kenya's future.
Start your energy audit →We run honest assessments. If the numbers don't support a project we say so — even when it means walking away from a sale.
Our solutions are built for Kenya's climate, grid, and supply chains. We don't import foreign playbooks.
Every engagement starts with a financial model. Average year-one savings: up to 25%. We only proceed when we can show a credible payback.
Our IoT platform watches your systems after we leave — real-time alerts, monthly reports, a dedicated engineer on call, always.
Got questions?We've got answers.
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Book a free energy audit. Our engineers map every savings opportunity at your facility — no cost, no pressure, no obligation.
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