World Bank Urges Kenya to Fast-Track Green Transport Reforms
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World Bank Urges Kenya to Fast-Track Green Transport Reforms

Kenya is set to accelerate its transition to a low-carbon economy after the World Bank proposed new climate-linked reforms tied to future budget support. The reforms require the country to fast-track electric mobility regulations and adopt mandatory green building standards, unlocking investment, reducing emissions, and strengthening climate resilience.
IRENA Warns Renewables Alone Won’t Keep 1.5°C Goal Alive
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IRENA Warns Renewables Alone Won’t Keep 1.5°C Goal Alive

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has warned that expanding renewable energy alone will not be enough to keep the 1.5°C climate target within reach. A new report calls for faster electrification, modern electricity grids, energy efficiency, and the gradual phase-out of fossil fuels, while highlighting Africa's vast renewable energy potential and the urgent need for greater investment.
Kenya’s Agriculture and Solar Power Beyond the Hype
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Kenya’s Agriculture and Solar Power Beyond the Hype

Solar energy offers significant benefits for Kenyan agriculture, reducing costs and extending irrigation to off-grid areas. However, it's not a standalone solution for complex challenges like water scarcity, soil fertility, or market access. True agricultural transformation requires a holistic approach, with solar power serving as a valuable tool, not a miracle cure.
Africa’s Green Mineral Boom Fuels Hidden Deforestation Crisis
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Africa’s Green Mineral Boom Fuels Hidden Deforestation Crisis

Africa’s growing role in supplying critical minerals for the global clean energy transition is coming at a significant environmental cost. A new study reveals that mining activities linked to cobalt, copper, lithium, and other green minerals are accelerating deforestation across some of the continent’s most ecologically important forests, raising concerns about the true sustainability of the global green transition.
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.