Twin fossil fuel shocks could accelerate global shift to clean energy, report says
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Twin fossil fuel shocks could accelerate global shift to clean energy, report says

Twin shocks to global fossil fuel supply—triggered by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the 2026 disruption of the Strait of Hormuz—could accelerate the world’s shift to clean energy, according to a new report by Ember. With renewables now cheaper and faster to deploy, the crisis may mark a structural turning point toward electrification and declining fossil fuel demand.
Makueni County Signs MoU to Advance Clean Cooking in Public Institutions
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Makueni County Signs MoU to Advance Clean Cooking in Public Institutions

Makueni County has partnered with CLASP to accelerate the adoption of clean cooking solutions in public institutions, targeting over 4,500 beneficiaries across 63 vocational training centres. The agreement, signed at the Kenyan International Investment Conference, signals growing momentum to unlock a Sh72 billion clean cooking investment opportunity in Kenya’s institutional sector.
Kenya’s Green Shield Against Global Oil Shocks
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Kenya’s Green Shield Against Global Oil Shocks

Amidst global oil market volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, Kenya is strategically leveraging its renewable energy potential. By fast-tracking decentralized solar and micro-grids, the nation aims to protect its rural communities from price shocks and position its green grid as a competitive advantage in the era of carbon pricing.