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KEFRI currently undertakes its research and development activities under five thematic areas; Forest Productivity, Health and Tree Improvement, Forest Biodiversity, Climate Change, and Environment Management, Forest Products and Entrepreneurship Developme

In Kenya, projections indicate that electric 2-wheelers (motorcycles) will exceed 60,000 units by 2030, with cumulative figures surpassing 200,000 given strong incentives. The 3-wheeler (tuk-tuk) market could also reach over 280 annual sales, totaling mor

Since its founding, We Go Green Initiative has engaged hundreds of young volunteers who are actively planting trees, restoring degraded lands, and educating their communities about climate change.

Reversing biodiversity loss offers a viable path to mitigating the effects of climate change, making it an issue of paramount importance for humanity. Governments and international bodies are currently implementing measures to reverse climate change's imp

Wetlands created behind the dams provide habitats for more wildlife and retain essential water supplies by recharging deep aquifers. The dams slow down streams, creating a natural water filtration system, handling sediment and nutrient runoff and improvin

World Earth Day, celebrated every April 22, 2025, provides an opportunity to recognize the beauty of our planet. Currently, Earth faces threats from pollution, deforestation, climate change, and endangered species.

According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), we need to achieve a reduction of 11.7 gigatons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year by 2030 to limit global warming effectively.

Nature-based tourism, often referred to as ecotourism, satisfies our desire for natural experiences while also supporting the health of local communities. If you cherish the outdoors, ecotourism is the ideal travel choice.

As unpredictable weather patterns disrupt agricultural output, the resulting scarcity of water and food intensifies competition among communities, leading to increased hunger. Moreover, climate change has the potential to displace populations.

Geothermal energy remains the cornerstone of Kenya's electricity generation, producing 2,875.33 GWh in the latest biannual report by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) for the financial year 2024/2025. This renewable source accounts for

“Carbon markets offer a mechanism through which we can channel climate finance, incentivize sustainable practices, and unlock new streams of revenue for communities, businesses, and government,” he said.

“We shall continue to close down all illegal dumping sites in the city. For us to end illegal dumping in Nairobi, we have to start from the source where the garbage is coming from, the people involved in the illegal dumping, because these are the biggest