Bomet Biogas Project Powers Homes and Protects Forests
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Bomet Biogas Project Powers Homes and Protects Forests

A community-led biogas project in Bomet County is helping households reduce dependence on firewood, lower energy costs, improve farming productivity, and support the restoration of the Chepalungu Forest ecosystem. The initiative demonstrates how clean energy can strengthen livelihoods while advancing conservation goals.
Kenya’s Finance Bill 2026 Risks Derailing Green Transition, Industry Players Warn
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Kenya’s Finance Bill 2026 Risks Derailing Green Transition, Industry Players Warn

Kenya’s Finance Bill 2026 proposes a 16% VAT on electric vehicles and batteries, threatening to derail the nation’s green transition. Experts warn the move undermines climate goals by making clean transport more expensive than fossil fuel alternatives. The tax shift signals a policy contradiction that could stall investor confidence in Kenya's fast-growing e-mobility sector.