Topic: #climate action
Our Land, Our Future: COP16 Closes with a Pledge Towards Land Restoration
14 Dec, 2024 09:34 PM
Bidding adieu to COP 16, stakeholders pledged to complete the global drought regime at COP17 in Mongolia in 2027. This was highlighted through significant progress in laying the groundwork for land restoration and drought resilience in national policies a
Bidding adieu to COP 16, stakeholders pledged to complete the global drought regime at COP17 in Mongolia in 2027. This was highlighted through significant progress in laying the groundwork for land restoration and drought resilience in national policies a
Aden Duale Aligns Jamhuri Celebrations with Environmental Preservation
12 Dec, 2024 08:17 AM
“The fruits of independence, born from the tree of struggle, remind us that true freedom thrives when we care for the roots that sustain us: Our people, our land and our environment,” Duale opined.
“The fruits of independence, born from the tree of struggle, remind us that true freedom thrives when we care for the roots that sustain us: Our people, our land and our environment,” Duale opined.
Kenya, Finland Showcase Shared Commitment to Environmental Diplomacy
07 Dec, 2024 06:54 AM
By dint of the felt presence of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Nairobi, Mudavadi has expressed his faith in the future of Kenya’s leadership in diplomacy and environmental stewardship.
By dint of the felt presence of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Nairobi, Mudavadi has expressed his faith in the future of Kenya’s leadership in diplomacy and environmental stewardship.
CS Aden Duale Engages WFP on Food Security Initiative
27 Nov, 2024 03:40 PM
“The initiative introduces a groundbreaking 'food-for-food security swaps' climate financing model, with WFP serving as the Development Impact Provider, working closely with national and county institutions in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs),” said Duale
“The initiative introduces a groundbreaking 'food-for-food security swaps' climate financing model, with WFP serving as the Development Impact Provider, working closely with national and county institutions in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs),” said Duale
COP29 Exposes Gaps in Global Climate Commitment
23 Nov, 2024 07:59 AM
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
Advancing Climate Science: AI Offers Insights and Solutions
16 Nov, 2024 08:00 AM
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
Absent Leaders Signal Lack of Urgency at COP29
13 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
The Climate Crisis: Why Current Strategies Fall Short
04 Nov, 2024 03:01 PM
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
COP29: Turning the Tide on Climate Change with Accountability
28 Oct, 2024 12:47 PM
One of the most effective ways to implement the "polluters must pay" principle is through carbon pricing. This involves charging companies for the carbon emissions they produce. By putting a price on carbon, governments can encourage businesses to reduce
One of the most effective ways to implement the "polluters must pay" principle is through carbon pricing. This involves charging companies for the carbon emissions they produce. By putting a price on carbon, governments can encourage businesses to reduce
Snowpierecer: A Prediction of How a World is Transformed by its Actions
26 Oct, 2024 10:00 AM
The remnants of civilization find refuge aboard the Snowpiercer, a luxurious train that perpetually traverses the icy landscape. This constant motion generates energy to keep the passengers warm, allowing them to survive in a world that has turned inhospi
The remnants of civilization find refuge aboard the Snowpiercer, a luxurious train that perpetually traverses the icy landscape. This constant motion generates energy to keep the passengers warm, allowing them to survive in a world that has turned inhospi
Inger Anderson: We must Act now to Secure Tomorrow
25 Sep, 2024 12:22 PM
“We must not just prepare for the future; we must shape it so that coming generations can live in peace, prosperity, and equity,” stated UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen.
“We must not just prepare for the future; we must shape it so that coming generations can live in peace, prosperity, and equity,” stated UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen.
Kenya’s Role at COP29 and the Controversies Surrounding the Summit
09 Sep, 2024 02:42 PM
#COP29 is nothing more than a smokescreen, pretending to care while ignoring real action. It's time we demand genuine efforts, not empty promises.
#COP29 is nothing more than a smokescreen, pretending to care while ignoring real action. It's time we demand genuine efforts, not empty promises.
Young Kenyan Environmentalist Karen Kimani Earns UNICEF Praise
29 Aug, 2024 03:28 PM
Karen draws her unreserved inspiration from Laureate Wangari Maathai, a 2004 Nobel Peace Prize winner who championed the people's democracy and the environment, although she died long before Karen's birth.
Karen draws her unreserved inspiration from Laureate Wangari Maathai, a 2004 Nobel Peace Prize winner who championed the people's democracy and the environment, although she died long before Karen's birth.
Amref Calls for Global Action on Water Scarcity During World Water Week
27 Aug, 2024 09:18 AM
The conference broadly centers on water cooperation for peace and security. The theme, "Bridging Borders: Water for Peaceful and Sustainable Future," spearheads the conference.
The conference broadly centers on water cooperation for peace and security. The theme, "Bridging Borders: Water for Peaceful and Sustainable Future," spearheads the conference.
Kenyan Youth to Lead Climate Action through Rebranded Kazi Mtaani Program
26 Aug, 2024 03:47 PM
Initially, the Kazi Mtaani initiative focused on infrastructure and community service. Ruto has said that the rebranded initiative will be a stepping stone to achieving the target of 15 billion trees by 2032.
Initially, the Kazi Mtaani initiative focused on infrastructure and community service. Ruto has said that the rebranded initiative will be a stepping stone to achieving the target of 15 billion trees by 2032.
Non-Compliance Costs: Petrol Stations at Risk of NEMA Penalties
22 Aug, 2024 02:39 PM
According to the Act, any person convicted of not adhering strictly to the provided regulations as stated in the Act attracts imprisonment of up to four years in jail or a fine between two to four million shillings.
According to the Act, any person convicted of not adhering strictly to the provided regulations as stated in the Act attracts imprisonment of up to four years in jail or a fine between two to four million shillings.
Extreme Heat Waves Threaten Health: Urgent Actions Needed to Prevent Fatalities
20 Aug, 2024 09:00 AM
The guidance was born through the EuroHEAT project that ventured into improving public health responses to extreme heat waves. It was co-funded by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Commission.
The guidance was born through the EuroHEAT project that ventured into improving public health responses to extreme heat waves. It was co-funded by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Commission.
UNEP Calls for Global Action to Tackle Excess Nitrogen Waste by 2030
12 Aug, 2024 11:38 AM
Nitrogen as the crucial contributor to climate change, a cause of disturbance to life both on land and water, a threat to human health and taxes too much on the economy in that it costs the economy about US$3.4 trillion per year to alleviate its impacts
Nitrogen as the crucial contributor to climate change, a cause of disturbance to life both on land and water, a threat to human health and taxes too much on the economy in that it costs the economy about US$3.4 trillion per year to alleviate its impacts
Eritrea's Progress in Soil and Water Conservation Sets an Example for Global Agriculture
10 Aug, 2024 10:00 AM
In the post-independence period, Eritrea has something to be proud of. The country as a whole has a story to tell about its success in constructing 810 big, medium, and small-scale dams, all of which were built by dedicated citizens.
In the post-independence period, Eritrea has something to be proud of. The country as a whole has a story to tell about its success in constructing 810 big, medium, and small-scale dams, all of which were built by dedicated citizens.
Transparency International Ignites Community Led Climate Revolution
08 Aug, 2024 10:23 AM
Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, Abrahams Misoi, the Program Manager at Transparency International, said that the project's main aim is to foster capacity building at the grassroots level to enable communities to acknowledge their roles in the effo
Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, Abrahams Misoi, the Program Manager at Transparency International, said that the project's main aim is to foster capacity building at the grassroots level to enable communities to acknowledge their roles in the effo