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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.
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Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually
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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.
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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.
By 27 days ago
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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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'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.
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Scientists in plans to save endangered Taita frog
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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.
By 16 days ago
Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually
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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.
By 25 days ago
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.
By 27 days ago
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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