Peter Waihenya, PMP®, AMEI

Peter waihenya, pmp®, amei

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Renewable Energy Officer at EPRA, MSc. Sustainable Energy Systems, University of Leeds

  • Education

    • Zetech university

      2013 - 2013
      Professional certificate cisco certified network associate pass
    • Nairobi school

      2004 - 2008
      High school, kenya certificate of secondary education a-
    • Strathmore university

      2018 - 2018
      Certificate of completion solar t3 grid tie training
    • Strathmore university

      2009 - 2009
      Certified public accountant: part 1 , section 1 pass
    • University of leeds

      2015 - 2016
      Master of science (msc) sustainable energy systems merit
    • University of nairobi

      2009 - 2015
      Bachelor of science (b.sc.) electrical and electronics engineering upper second class honours (2:1)
  • Experience

    • Iberafrica power (ea) ltd.

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Intern

      -Preventive maintenance of transformers and generators, which involved daily and weekly checks.-Programmed maintenance of generators through the 3000/4000/9000 hour maintenance service which included dismantling and cleaning of the generators. -Corrective maintenance which included repair of motors and purifiers-Monitoring and recording of the power plant systems' performance through the SCADA software.

    • Ofgen

      Apr 2017 - May 2017
      Solar technical trainee

      - Installation of a 100 kW solar PV system for a client in Nairobi.

    • Creff energy solutions ltd.

      Jul 2017 - Nov 2020
      Founder

      We offer energy and carbon management advisory services to organisations to help them reduce on their energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions.Our services include- Design and installation of solar PV and solar water heating projects - Staff training on energy management- Sustainability reporting- Design and implementation of sustainability campaigns

    • Kengen kenya

      Jul 2017 - Dec 2017
      Electrical engineer apprentice

      - Operation and control protection of a hydroelectric power plant. - Maintenance of transformers, generators, switchgear, battery systems and chargers.- General electrical wiring and installation of electrical equipment.- Upgrading of redline drawings of the plant's systems using AutoCAD. - Instrument calibration.- Safety training in the working environment.

    • Voltalia

      Nov 2020 - Apr 2022
      Project analyst

      - Assisting in review of potential wind and solar projects in East Africa by analysing site characteristics like irradiation, wind speeds, grid connection, as well as their technical and financial viability.- Designing and simulation of solar photovoltaic projects for commercial and industrial clients in East Africa.- Conducting meetings with government and private sector stakeholders on matters relating to project proposals, data collection, and approvals.- Researching and reporting on the regional energy market trends and opportunities. Show less

    • Rural electrification and renewable energy corporation

      Apr 2022 - Oct 2023
      Engineer

      - Developing strategies for the Operation and Management of solar, windand other renewable energy sources implemented and managed byREREC.- Ensuring the management of the facilities, generation plants & networks,and installation of substations is undertaken according to industry bestpractices.- Developing and implementing Directorate plans, policies, norms andprocedures in accordance with the REREC Mandate.- Providing advisory to management on all matters relating to theoperation and maintenance of renewable energy projects in operation.- Coordinating the Operation and Management of renewable energyprojects implemented by REREC as per the strategic Plan.- Scheduling and implementing of preventive maintenance and plannedmaintenance for the renewable energy generation plants and networks. Show less

    • Energy & petroleum regulatory authority

      Oct 2023 - now
      Renewable energy officer

      - Formulating and implementing codes of practice, standards and regulatory instruments for the Kenya renewable energy sub-sector;- Carrying out research on renewable energy resources, technology and its application in the Kenya renewable energy sub-sector;- Conducting renewable energy technical audits;- Providing input in the development of renewable energy master plans/strategies and research work;- Monitoring compliance with renewable energy regulatory instruments.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Graduate engineer

      Engineers board of kenya
      Dec 2016
    • Associate memeber

      Energy institute
      May 2016
    • Graduate engineer

      The institution of engineers of kenya
      May 2023
    • T3 solar technician

      Energy & petroleum regulatory authority
      May 2019
    • Project management professional (pmp)

      Project management institute
      Jun 2025
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Alumni Volunteer

      Issued by University of Leeds on Mar 2025
      University of LeedsAssociated with Peter Waihenya, PMP®, AMEI
    • Volunteer Auditor

      Issued by Green Impact (UK) - National Union of Students on May 2016
      Green Impact (UK) - National Union of StudentsAssociated with Peter Waihenya, PMP®, AMEI