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Caroline Chebet

President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review

President William Ruto has ordered for a review of laws and policies to tackle challenges being experienced in the wildlife sector.

President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review

Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation

Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation

More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory

More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory

Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time

Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Statistics reveal that crops such as maize, wheat, coffee, potatoes, and tomatoes have the highest pesticide usage, predominantly relying on highly hazardous pesticides.

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

The report titled “How Finance Flows” tracked financial flows from banks to fossil fuels and industrial agriculture in 134 developing countries.

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns

Marmanet forest which was initially 30,488 hectares in 1990 has reduced by over 40 per cent of its forest cover. Mau forest complex is hardest hit by forest excisions, illegal settlements.

The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns

Meet Logos Hope, the floating library

MV Logos Hope, in her travels to thousands of ports across the world to promote literacy and education, will dock in Mombasa on August 21 for a two-week treat.

By 2 months ago

Meet Logos Hope, the floating library

Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report

Kenyan cases are part of the growing number of climate change cases which have since doubled since the first report on the issue, from 884 in 2017 to 2,180 in 2022.

By 2 months ago

Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report

Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study

The invasion of apple snails, which was first reported in the county in 2019, had reduced rice yields by up to 14 per cent and net rice income by up to 60 per cent.

By 2 months ago

Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study

Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study

Plastic pollution along the major coastal beaches remains a major challenge. Poor disposal of fishing gear, he said, remains rampant and needs regulations.

By 2 months ago

Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study

Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks

The continued depletion of the country’s forests can however result in water insecurity. This is not a new phenomenon as the degradation of Kenyan forests has been experienced before.

By 2 months ago

Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks

Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out

Some say lifting of the ban might have detrimental effects on indigenous forests; call on government to release an official statement detailing forests in which logging will be allowed.

By 2 months ago

Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out

Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook

Claims Code ensures companies buying the carbon credits select carbon credits that meet stringent quality thresholds and disclose information supporting claims

By 2 months ago

Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook

Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction

Masai giraffes, which are listed as ‘vulnerable’ and are extinct in seven African countries, may be more endangered than previously thought and are, in fact, facing a new threat to their future

By 2 months ago

Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction

How the carbon credits market is now a rewarding venture for firms

Countries and big organisations are paid for reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Such initiatives include reforestation, renewable energy and climate smart agriculture.

By 3 months ago

How the carbon credits market is now a rewarding venture for firms

Saudi firms buy 2.2m tonnes of carbon credit in Nairobi auction

A carbon credit sells at Sh870 and they sold more than 2.2 million, which translates to more than Sh1.9 billion.

By 3 months ago

Saudi firms buy 2.2m tonnes of carbon credit in Nairobi auction

Sosian set to be first IPP to tap geothermal and sell electricity

A local Independent Power Producing (IPP) Company is set to commission 35 megawatts of electricity from the Menengai geothermal wells by July this year.

By 3 months ago

Sosian set to be first IPP to tap geothermal and sell electricity

'Melting bag' that could be the answer to nagging plastics menace

The bags are currently being produced locally and could solve the challenge posed by pollution.

By 3 months ago

'Melting bag' that could be the answer to nagging plastics menace

Renewable energy: DP Gachagua seeks partners for geothermal venture

The government is seeking partners to develop the country's geothermal energy potential, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said.

By 3 months ago

Renewable energy: DP Gachagua seeks partners for geothermal venture

Census: Conversion of wetlands, droughts threaten special birds

The latest data from the census which took place in February and March this year, showed a slight increase in numbers recorded in 2019 during the first census.

By 3 months ago

Census: Conversion of wetlands, droughts threaten special birds

Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn

Kenya is still grappling with plastic pollution from other forms of plastics as well as influx of illegal plastics still finding their way into the country.

By 3 months ago

Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn

Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations

The high cost of publishing climate-related content in top research journals has continued to widen research gaps in Africa, climate experts have said.

By 3 months ago

Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations

Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland

It is one of the places globally where the endangered Clarke’s weaver bird is found. Besides hosting some of the endangered species, it is one of the major carbon sinks in Coast.

By 3 months ago

Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Every detail that entailed sound was translated into sign language by interpreters. The ceremony was also translated to Vietnamese to cater to international guests.

By 4 months ago

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

The Bill seeks to review the Climate Change Act of 2016 to provide for communities to engage and internationally transact on projects and initiatives that reduce and offset generated carbon.

By 4 months ago

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

The entry of chatbot, ChatGPT driven by Artificial Intelligence technology there are fears that it might lower problem-solving skills among students.

By 4 months ago

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

It all started with bedtime stories where Bella seemed to have developed a fondness for stories. Bella is now writing her third book which is expected to be released later this year.

By 4 months ago

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

How wild fires are eating up Kenya's forest coverage

Wild fires are not the major cause of deforestation, but are major contributors. Climate change and forest degradation and fragmentation have led to more fire-prone conditions globally.

By 5 months ago

How wild fires are eating up Kenya's forest coverage

World Earth Day: Google Doodle highlights impact of climate change

The Google Doodle for Earth Day 2023 is also utilising real-time imagery from Google Earth Time-lapse.

By 5 months ago

World Earth Day: Google Doodle highlights impact of climate change

Counties get Sh1.6bn to fund conservation

Conservation enterprises in 13 counties in the Rift Valley can now access Sh1.6 billion funding for locally-led land restoration projects.

By 5 months ago

Counties get Sh1.6bn to fund conservation

Scientists bank on birth tracking device to boost conservation of sharks

Researchers say the technology, known as birth-alert-tag, would help establish effective conservation measures for the endangered species.

By 5 months ago

Scientists bank on birth tracking device to boost conservation of sharks

Scientists in plans to save endangered Taita frog

The Taita Hills warty frog, unlike most frogs, prefers walking to jumping, an attribute that makes it unique. The frog's population is declining and is currently classified as Critically Endangered.

By 5 months ago

Scientists in plans to save endangered Taita frog

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Statistics reveal that crops such as maize, wheat, coffee, potatoes, and tomatoes have the highest pesticide usage, predominantly relying on highly hazardous pesticides.

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

The report titled “How Finance Flows” tracked financial flows from banks to fossil fuels and industrial agriculture in 134 developing countries.

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns

Marmanet forest which was initially 30,488 hectares in 1990 has reduced by over 40 per cent of its forest cover. Mau forest complex is hardest hit by forest excisions, illegal settlements.

The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns

Meet Logos Hope, the floating library

MV Logos Hope, in her travels to thousands of ports across the world to promote literacy and education, will dock in Mombasa on August 21 for a two-week treat.

By 2 months ago

Meet Logos Hope, the floating library

Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report

Kenyan cases are part of the growing number of climate change cases which have since doubled since the first report on the issue, from 884 in 2017 to 2,180 in 2022.

By 2 months ago

Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report

Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study

The invasion of apple snails, which was first reported in the county in 2019, had reduced rice yields by up to 14 per cent and net rice income by up to 60 per cent.

By 2 months ago

Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study

Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study

Plastic pollution along the major coastal beaches remains a major challenge. Poor disposal of fishing gear, he said, remains rampant and needs regulations.

By 2 months ago

Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study

Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks

The continued depletion of the country’s forests can however result in water insecurity. This is not a new phenomenon as the degradation of Kenyan forests has been experienced before.

By 2 months ago

Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks

Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out

Some say lifting of the ban might have detrimental effects on indigenous forests; call on government to release an official statement detailing forests in which logging will be allowed.

By 2 months ago

Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out

Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook

Claims Code ensures companies buying the carbon credits select carbon credits that meet stringent quality thresholds and disclose information supporting claims

By 2 months ago

Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook

Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction

Masai giraffes, which are listed as ‘vulnerable’ and are extinct in seven African countries, may be more endangered than previously thought and are, in fact, facing a new threat to their future

By 2 months ago

Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction

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