Kenya · roadmap · Impact: high

Kenya is the first mature reference implementation for inventory, leakage assumptions, pilot selection, and replication logic.

Senegal · inventory readiness · Impact: medium

Senegal should mirror Kenya structure while focusing on Senelec inventory readiness, procurement context, and grid-growth assumptions.

Kenya · regulation · Impact: medium

EPRA regulates economic and technical standards for Kenya electricity sector. Potential vector for SF6-free equipment specifications in new installations.

ECOWAS · interconnection · Impact: medium

Regional transmission interconnection program affecting Senegal grid expansion and substation standards. Cross-border infrastructure may introduce harmonized equipment specifications.

European Union · ban · Impact: high

Bans SF6 in new HV switchgear (>24 kV to 52 kV) from 1 January 2030, and (>52 kV) where alternatives exist from 2032.

European Union · ban · Impact: high

Bans SF6 in new medium-voltage switchgear (up to 24 kV) from 1 January 2026. Extends to higher voltages in phases. Requires containment, reporting, and end-of-life recovery for existing SF6 equipment.

European Union · F-gas regulation · Impact: high

EU F-gas restrictions are a reference signal for Kenya and future NDE Germany-supported SF6 transition work.

Kenya · market_reform · Impact: medium

Introduces competitive electricity market structure. May end KETRACO/KPLC transmission and distribution monopoly, opening procurement to new entrants and equipment standards.

Senegal · grid_plan · Impact: medium

National development plan with energy sector modernization targets. Grid expansion and electrification create SF6-relevant infrastructure decisions.

Kenya · policy_framework · Impact: medium

Outlines Kenya commitment to climate-friendly energy transition including grid modernization and clean technology adoption. Provides policy basis for SF6 phase-out consideration.

Kenya · grid_regulation · Impact: high

Plans 6,510 km new transmission lines and 18,866 MVA additional transformation capacity. Creates procurement window for SF6-free equipment specification in new infrastructure.

Global · voluntary · Impact: medium

CIGRE working groups (WG B3.45, D1.74) provide guidance on SF6 alternatives including vacuum, clean air, and fluoronitrile technologies for utility adoption.

Global · standard · Impact: medium

International standard for MV metal-enclosed switchgear. Updated to accommodate SF6-free technologies including vacuum and clean air designs.