Men’s passion for nyama choma and their preference for cars over public transport are making their carbon footprints significantly larger than those of women, by as much as 26% more. The high consumption of red meat, particularly beef and mutton, which are both carbon-intensive to produce, is at…
Read MoreThe big selling point for renewable diesel is that it is almost chemically identical to fossil fuel diesel, meaning it can be substituted in existing diesel engines, making it a so-called drop-in biofuel.
Read MoreTransport companies in Kenya are making significant progress in carbon reduction initiatives through the adoption of alternative fuel solutions. A notable advancement in this area has been made by DHL Supply Chain, in collaboration with Scania, with the deployment of 25 new Euro 5 biodiesel-powered trucks.
Read MoreCow manure is about to become the unsung hero in the fight against pollution, greenhouse gases, and waste management issues. This stinky substance is being transformed into a versatile and eco-friendly cellulose, which has a wide range of applications in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. As…
Read MoreJapanese motor vehicle manufacturers Toyota, Mazda, and Subaru have teamed up to develop engines compatible with various carbon-neutral fuels, including hydrogen, biofuels, and e-fuels.
Read MoreThe High Court has temporarily stopped the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) from implementing regulations meant to introduce tough penalties against companies and brands that produce polluting products. Environmentalists across the country are optimistic that implementing the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility or EPR) Regulations, 2024, will…
Read MoreHalf of the vegetation in Mt Kenya Forest will disappear over the next 15 years due to climate change and human activities. According to findings of a new research about the impacts of climate change in the Mt Kenya forest ecosystem, 49–55% of vegetation cover across the forest…
Read MoreEnvironmentalists across the country are optimistic that implementing the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility or EPR) Regulations, 2024, will promote environmental sustainability and reduce waste in the country.
Read MoreKenya lack of commitment to fighting climate change is the suggestion to slap a 16% VAT on solar, wind, and geothermal inputs. Currently, these inputs are VAT exempt, but if this proposal goes through, they will become expensive, putting a damper on investments in green energy.
Read MoreIn Kenya, the people categorized as Indigenous are mainly pastoralists and hunter-gatherers. Hunter-gath¬erers include the Ogiek, Sengwer, Yiaku, Waata, and Awer (Boni), while pastoralists include the Turkana, Rendille, Borana, Maas¬ai, Samburu, Ilchamus, Somali, Gabra, Pokot, and Endorois.
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