Topic: Climate Action
Edward Muriuki Takes Helm of Kenya’s Meteorological Services
06 Oct, 2025 06:00 PM
With Kenya accelerating its commitment to the Early Warning for All initiative, Muriuki’s technical depth and strategic foresight are expected to fortify the Department’s ability to deliver timely, reliable, and actionable climate intelligence — protectin
With Kenya accelerating its commitment to the Early Warning for All initiative, Muriuki’s technical depth and strategic foresight are expected to fortify the Department’s ability to deliver timely, reliable, and actionable climate intelligence — protectin
Kenya to Host Climate Action Summit 2025: A Roadmap to COP30
04 Oct, 2025 01:00 PM
For Kenya, success will not be measured by the size of the conference halls or the speeches delivered, but by whether commitments translate into lasting change. As the world looks toward COP30, Nairobi now has the opportunity to lead Africa in redefining
For Kenya, success will not be measured by the size of the conference halls or the speeches delivered, but by whether commitments translate into lasting change. As the world looks toward COP30, Nairobi now has the opportunity to lead Africa in redefining
The Runway's Carbon Shadow: Fashion Weeks Under The Climate Lens
04 Oct, 2025 10:00 AM
In an era defined by climate change, future fashion weeks may need to rethink their structure, combining digital and physical shows, reducing unnecessary travel, and publishing clear reports on their carbon footprints.
In an era defined by climate change, future fashion weeks may need to rethink their structure, combining digital and physical shows, reducing unnecessary travel, and publishing clear reports on their carbon footprints.
Seagrass Nurseries: Why Marine Life Depends on Them
30 Sep, 2025 12:32 PM
Perhaps their most important role in the face of climate change is their ability to act as powerful carbon sinks. Seagrasses capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere at a quicker pace than tropical rainforests, storing carbon dioxide in their leaves and
Perhaps their most important role in the face of climate change is their ability to act as powerful carbon sinks. Seagrasses capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere at a quicker pace than tropical rainforests, storing carbon dioxide in their leaves and
Why Religious Leaders Demand a Debt Reset for Africa
29 Sep, 2025 12:29 PM
During the Africa Climate Summit, religious leaders submitted a Faith Declaration which also called on closing Africa’s adaptation finance gap with grant-based financing. They also called on major emitters to commit to ambitious reductions even as Africa
During the Africa Climate Summit, religious leaders submitted a Faith Declaration which also called on closing Africa’s adaptation finance gap with grant-based financing. They also called on major emitters to commit to ambitious reductions even as Africa
Lower Eastern’s Giant Dam Nears Completion, Built to Anchor Climate Stability
04 Sep, 2025 09:27 AM
With a reservoir capacity of 688 million cubic meters, Thwake is set to serve over 1.3 million people across Makueni, Kitui, and parts of Machakos including the rapidly expanding Konza Techno City.
With a reservoir capacity of 688 million cubic meters, Thwake is set to serve over 1.3 million people across Makueni, Kitui, and parts of Machakos including the rapidly expanding Konza Techno City.
Why Lakes Are Lifelines We Cannot Afford To Lose
01 Sep, 2025 11:35 AM
Protecting lakes cannot be about one day of awareness, it must be a year-round commitment. Simply put, Lakes are lifelines, and safeguarding them is safeguarding our future.
Protecting lakes cannot be about one day of awareness, it must be a year-round commitment. Simply put, Lakes are lifelines, and safeguarding them is safeguarding our future.
How Schoolgirls Help Farmers Face Climate Challenges in Nakuru
29 Aug, 2025 09:38 AM
The unpredictable weather patterns, prolonged drought, and sudden floods have altered the rhythm of the land, challenging the livelihood that once sustained generations.
The unpredictable weather patterns, prolonged drought, and sudden floods have altered the rhythm of the land, challenging the livelihood that once sustained generations.
How Kenya Is Using Rainfall to Regrow Forests and Reignite Civic Spirit
26 Aug, 2025 09:55 AM
Kenya’s tree growing campaign lays the foundation for a greener, stable future. With strong leadership and community involvement, the country is turning tree restoration into a shared national mission.
Kenya’s tree growing campaign lays the foundation for a greener, stable future. With strong leadership and community involvement, the country is turning tree restoration into a shared national mission.
Kenya Eyes E-Mobility Leap with Toyota Partnership
21 Aug, 2025 05:25 AM
According to the President, the initiative will include 30–40% local content in the assembly of e-vehicles, with the long-term goal of full-scale manufacturing.
According to the President, the initiative will include 30–40% local content in the assembly of e-vehicles, with the long-term goal of full-scale manufacturing.
How Pollinators Feed Kenya, And How Climate Is Crippling Them
20 Aug, 2025 10:00 AM
Beyond food production, pollinators uphold biodiversity. Almost 90% of wild flowering plants rely on animal pollinators, which in turn maintain healthy ecosystems by enabling plant reproduction, supporting soil health, and nurturing habitats for wildlife.
Beyond food production, pollinators uphold biodiversity. Almost 90% of wild flowering plants rely on animal pollinators, which in turn maintain healthy ecosystems by enabling plant reproduction, supporting soil health, and nurturing habitats for wildlife.
Egerton University Hosts Research Festival to Save Kenya’s Farms
19 Aug, 2025 11:10 AM
Egerton University is hosting a five-day Kenya National Research Festival 2025. The festival held in collaboration with the National Research Fund (NRF) started on August 18, 2025 and will run uptown August 22, 2025.
Egerton University is hosting a five-day Kenya National Research Festival 2025. The festival held in collaboration with the National Research Fund (NRF) started on August 18, 2025 and will run uptown August 22, 2025.
Why Investing in Renewables Pays Off for Everyone
11 Aug, 2025 02:16 PM
Renewable energy is becoming more affordable and reliable. In many countries, solar and wind power are now the cheapest sources of new electricity, costing less than coal or gas.
Renewable energy is becoming more affordable and reliable. In many countries, solar and wind power are now the cheapest sources of new electricity, costing less than coal or gas.
89% of Ocean Floor Plastics Are Single-Use, Study Finds
05 Aug, 2025 03:30 PM
Every year, up to 13 million tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean. That's the same as dumping one garbage truck full of plastic into the sea every single minute. Yet, out of all the plastic we make, only 9% is ever recycled.
Every year, up to 13 million tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean. That's the same as dumping one garbage truck full of plastic into the sea every single minute. Yet, out of all the plastic we make, only 9% is ever recycled.
How Kenya Can Use Carbon Credits To Fund Climate Solutions
02 Aug, 2025 10:00 AM
Simply put, at the heart of the UN Carbon Market is a basic idea: countries, companies, and even individuals should pay for the carbon dioxide (CO₂) they release into the atmosphere. The more you pollute, the more you pay.
Simply put, at the heart of the UN Carbon Market is a basic idea: countries, companies, and even individuals should pay for the carbon dioxide (CO₂) they release into the atmosphere. The more you pollute, the more you pay.
UN Ignites Global Climate Action with High-Stakes Climate Weeks
01 Aug, 2025 10:53 AM
By rotating host locations—especially in Africa, Latin America, and Asia—the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change ensures that solutions are not only global but locally informed.
By rotating host locations—especially in Africa, Latin America, and Asia—the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change ensures that solutions are not only global but locally informed.
World Nature Conservation Day Marked Amid Growing Warnings
28 Jul, 2025 04:56 PM
The theme for World Nature Conservation Day 2025 — “Connecting People and Plants: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation” — focuses on the role of modern technology in enhancing conservation efforts.
The theme for World Nature Conservation Day 2025 — “Connecting People and Plants: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation” — focuses on the role of modern technology in enhancing conservation efforts.
Africa’s Energy Awakening Leaves Fossil Fuels Behind
28 Jul, 2025 11:58 AM
Africa possess 7,900 GW of solar potential. Over 1,753 GW of hydropower. Wind energy clocks in at 461 GW. Kenya is leading in geothermal. Ethiopia commands hydro. Morocco is taking charge with solar and wind. This isn't potential—it’s power waiting to be
Africa possess 7,900 GW of solar potential. Over 1,753 GW of hydropower. Wind energy clocks in at 461 GW. Kenya is leading in geothermal. Ethiopia commands hydro. Morocco is taking charge with solar and wind. This isn't potential—it’s power waiting to be
Planet Hits Ecological Bankruptcy on July 24
26 Jul, 2025 12:07 PM
Humans are burning through the planet's biological budget—more CO₂ than forests can absorb, more water than aquifers can replenish, and more fish, trees, and soil than nature can regrow.
Humans are burning through the planet's biological budget—more CO₂ than forests can absorb, more water than aquifers can replenish, and more fish, trees, and soil than nature can regrow.
Global Tribunal Delivers Legal Wake-Up Call for Climate Justice
24 Jul, 2025 01:00 PM
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has delivered a powerful advisory opinion declaring that states are legally obligated to prevent environmental harm and protect both present and future generations from the effects of climate change.
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has delivered a powerful advisory opinion declaring that states are legally obligated to prevent environmental harm and protect both present and future generations from the effects of climate change.