Topic: #climate change

“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, 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 $

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

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.

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 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.

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

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

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.

“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 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

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.

“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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 has spread its humanitarian wings over challenged regions in Kenya, including Northern Kenya, semi-arid parts of Nyanza, Mount Kenya and upper eastern regions.

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