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Wildlife
The True Guardians of Kenya’s Rare Pancake Tortoise
Over 95% of the world’s Pancake Tortoise population is found on private and community lands across Kenya’s arid and semi-arid regions.
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Environment
Experts Say Renewable Diesel May Worsen Climate Crisis
The 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.
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Environment
High Court Halts NEMA Waste Rules
The 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…
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Environment
Mt Kenya Forest to Lose Half of Vegetation by 2040
Half 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…
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Environment
Women in Laikipia turn Pricky Cactus into a Fruity Wine and Biogas
Despite its numerous challenges, the plant has emerged as an alternative source of income for some locals, particularly women who harvest and sell the fruits for wine and jam production. Additionally, it is now being recognized as a green energy source, with its leaves being used to generate…
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Kenya Joins Sahara and Sahel Observatory (OSS) Board
Kenya has officially assumed the role of the 3rd Vice President on the Sahara and Sahel Observatory (OSS) Board, demonstrating a significant commitment to regional environmental cooperation and climate resilience. In this new leadership position, Kenya aims to enhance its influence in developing sustainable land and water management…
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Environment
A Heating Planet Fuels Violence Against Women
The report shows that the climate crisis also exacerbates violence against women and girls by making it even harder to address and prevent: “Climate change can create environmental conditions that damage or disrupt schooling, health services, public services and infrastructure, utilities, transportation, social services, healthcare, and local government.”
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Rise in Sudden Temperature Pauses Risk to Human Health
When compared to other hazards, the study shows, rapid temperature fluctuations pose a unique threat due to the limited time available to respond and adapt, potentially exacerbating impacts on both natural and societal systems.
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Environment
Trump set to Make Earth Sweat
This week, Trump signed an executive order aimed at state and local climate laws that seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Instead, Trump sought to breathe new life into America's coal industry, directing government heads to challenge state laws related to climate change, environmental justice, carbon taxes, greenhouse…
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Environment
Counties Step Up Climate Action: Round Up
Vihiga County Vihiga has launched the County Climate Change Bill 2025, providing a framework for tackling the effects of climate change. Governor Wilberforce Ottichilo said the Act outlines modalities for mobilizing finances and facilitating communities and other stakeholders to effectively respond to matters of climate change and the…
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