Topic: #climate change
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.
Global Leaders Gather at COP 29 to Tackle the Climate Crisis
12 Nov, 2024 04:43 PM
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
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
NEMA Cracks Down on Noisy Clubs in Nairobi
25 Oct, 2024 01:02 PM
It is a requirement for entertainment joints such as clubs located in residential areas to turn off their music amplifying equipment or soundproof their facilities.
It is a requirement for entertainment joints such as clubs located in residential areas to turn off their music amplifying equipment or soundproof their facilities.
Turkana's Tobong'u Lore Festival Set to begin on October 24
23 Oct, 2024 09:23 AM
“We as a county government of Turkana saw it fit to use what we have ;and that is our culture, our traditional norms to address peace,”
“We as a county government of Turkana saw it fit to use what we have ;and that is our culture, our traditional norms to address peace,”
Kenya becomes a member of the Middle East Green Initiative
17 Oct, 2024 01:13 PM
Kenya has officially joined the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) during an inaugural ministerial meeting of the multilateral climate change forum held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Kenya has officially joined the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) during an inaugural ministerial meeting of the multilateral climate change forum held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
President Ruto Advocates for Equitable Climate Funding Ahead of COP29
26 Sep, 2024 12:26 PM
In his remarks, Ruto highlighted the need for increased global investment in energy transition, which currently stands at a mere 3%. He underscored that these investments are crucial for facilitating effective climate adaptation across the continent.
In his remarks, Ruto highlighted the need for increased global investment in energy transition, which currently stands at a mere 3%. He underscored that these investments are crucial for facilitating effective climate adaptation across the continent.
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.
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.
NEMA, KAF Explore Local Partnerships for Climate Tech Innovations
28 Aug, 2024 11:45 AM
In addition to promoting the technologies, the KAF is actively seeking opportunities for partnership with NEMA and other like-minded organizations. These partnerships, aimed at localizing the manufacturing of these technologies, have the capability to sig
In addition to promoting the technologies, the KAF is actively seeking opportunities for partnership with NEMA and other like-minded organizations. These partnerships, aimed at localizing the manufacturing of these technologies, have the capability to sig
UNEP's Plan to Make Walking and Cycling the Future of African Cities
21 Aug, 2024 12:17 PM
UNEP and partners are leading the development of a Pan African Action Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM). This initiative aims to raise the profile and increase investment in active mobility in Africa.
UNEP and partners are leading the development of a Pan African Action Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM). This initiative aims to raise the profile and increase investment in active mobility in Africa.
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.
Looming Extreme Heat Conditions Creates An Impending Crisis
07 Aug, 2024 12:00 PM
In this new abnormality, the most severely affected groups are the urban poor, pregnant women, infants, those with disabilities, the ailing ones, and the impoverished since they stay in houses that lack cooling technologies.
In this new abnormality, the most severely affected groups are the urban poor, pregnant women, infants, those with disabilities, the ailing ones, and the impoverished since they stay in houses that lack cooling technologies.
WFP’s Compassionate Wings Enfold Kenya in a Blanket of Care and Support
24 Jul, 2024 11:25 AM
WFP has spread its humanitarian wings over challenged regions in Kenya, including Northern Kenya, semi-arid parts of Nyanza, Mount Kenya and upper eastern regions.
WFP has spread its humanitarian wings over challenged regions in Kenya, including Northern Kenya, semi-arid parts of Nyanza, Mount Kenya and upper eastern regions.
Not Just Recycling: Embrace a Climate Revolution, Not Evolution
19 Jul, 2024 10:08 AM
Imagine a world where clothing is built to last, we repair and reuse instead of discarding, and electronics are designed with longevity and recyclability in mind. This requires a cultural shift, a move towards mindful consumption and a rejection of planne
Imagine a world where clothing is built to last, we repair and reuse instead of discarding, and electronics are designed with longevity and recyclability in mind. This requires a cultural shift, a move towards mindful consumption and a rejection of planne