Knowledge Integration and Implementation of Geothermal Energy Projects in Nakuru County, Kenya

The general objective of this study was to examine the influence of knowledge integration on implementation of geothermal energy infrastructure projects in Nakuru County, Kenya. The study was underpinned by knowledge-based theory. The first level target population of the study is ten geothermal energy infrastructure projects in Nakuru County and the accessible population is two hundred and four specialist staff working on the projects seconded by KenGen, contractors, and consultants. The research adopted proportionate stratified random sampling method with descriptive survey research design. A pilot study was carried out to check the reliability and validity of the research instrument. Cronbach’s coefficient alpha was used to test for reliability whereas expert opinion from practitioners in the energy sector was conducted to validate face and content validity; while KMO and Bartlett’s test was used to check construct validity of the questionnaire. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires and the obtained data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26 and presented in tables and graphs with clear interpretations based on the findings. F-test and t-test were done to determine the statistical significance between the variables and in drawing conclusions for the study. The study established that knowledge integration had significant influence on implementation of geothermal energy infrastructure projects. The study concluded that knowledge integration had a high correlation with implementation of geothermal energy infrastructure projects. The study recommends that geothermal projects need to embrace knowledge integration as it is crucial for project success and performance by creating a unified understanding among diverse project teams, establishing a shared knowledge base, and improving overall team effectiveness.

Implementation of Geothermal Energy Projects

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