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17 Mar 2023
Statement on the update of WHO’s working definitions and tracking system for SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern and variants of interest
WHO has updated its tracking system and working definitions for variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, to better correspond to the current global variant landscape, to independently e...
10 Mar 2023
Impact of climate change on health in Kenya and possible way out
Climate change is the significant variation of average weather conditions becoming, for example, warmer, wetter, or drier over several decades or longer. Impacts related to climate change are becoming...
10 Mar 2023
Chasing Zero: Achieving net-zero by 2050 calls for great sacrifices by all stakeholders
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued a call to action, stating that global CO2 emissions must reach net-zero by approximately 2050 in order to limit global warming to 1.5°C abo...
3 Mar 2023
Time is ripe period poverty and period shame in Kenya
Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba unorthodox bid to raise awareness on the scourge of period shame and period poverty was the talk of the country on Valentine’s Day 2023. Orwoba caused a stir as she a...
24 Feb 2023
Advancing sustainability: Innovations across the board to safeguard the environment
Sustainability is important because it is essential for our planet’s health and the health of all its inhabitants. It is a concept that includes preserving natural resources, reducing greenhouse...
13 Feb 2023
Sustainable gains made through the Renewable Energy Policy in Kenya
In recent years, Kenya has made significant strides in advancing the renewable energy sector and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. With a growing population and expanding economy, Kenya’s ene...
3 Feb 2023
National Treasury Draft Green Fiscal Incentives Policy Framework
The National Treasury recently published the Draft Green Fiscal Incentives Policy Framework “the Framework” to steer Kenya’s economy onto a desired low-carbon climate-resilient green development...
20 Jan 2023
Fresh move to compel landlords to install solar water heating systems
If new regulations aimed at encouraging the adoption of renewable energies are approved, owners of all new and existing buildings risk spending six months in jail or paying a fine of Sh20,000 if they ...
16 Jan 2023
Taming global warming: Light at the end of the tunnel as Ozone layer recovery on track
A recent report by the UN concluded that the Ozone layer is on track to recovery. This is a plausible milestone that has been made possible by all the sustainability enthusiasts who have been tireless...
13 Jan 2023
Urgent action needed as acute malnutrition threatens the lives of millions of vulnerable children
12 January 2023/ News release United Nations agencies are calling for urgent action to protect the most vulnerable children in the 15 countries hardest hit by an unprecedented food and nutrition crisi...
13 Jan 2023
ESG reporting: New Year likely to see more companies disclose their Environmental, Social and Governance impacts
The year 2023 has started well for us with a great deal of interest in our recently published Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The growing interest by various players, many looking f...
16 Dec 2022
Tips on how to celebrate this festive season sustainably
Christmas is a wonderful time of the year that brings family and friends together to celebrate. Yet, with all the gifts, decorations and feasting, it can also be an expensive and wasteful holiday. For...
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