Kenya, like many countries, faces a formidable challenge: plastic pollution. Each year, over 966 thousand tonnes of plastic waste is generated in the country, according to the UNEP Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution’s (SMEP) programme.…
Sustainability
-
-
Sustainability
Empowering Women in STEM: Pioneering Adoption and Leadership in Renewable Energy
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffThe contribution of women to the renewable energy sector is significant and spans various levels, from grassroots to executive leadership positions. In homes and communities, women play a crucial role in adopting technologies such as…
-
Sustainability
Radisson Blu Nairobi Partners with Humming Bird Transport for Sustainable Guest Mobility
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffRadisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, has announced an innovative partnership with Humming Bird Transport (HBT), a leading transport service company specializing in guest mobility services. This partnership aims to advance sustainability efforts within the…
-
Sustainability
World Bicycle Day: Safaricom’s Arthur Gitu Rides Towards Health and Sustainability
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffOn this year’s World Bicycle Day, we highlight the story of Arthur Gitu, a Safaricom staffer based in Malindi shop. Arthur took up cycling back in 2020 as a way to have fun, and to…
-
Sustainability
Balancing Progress and Preservation: How OPPO is Tackling E-Waste and Promoting Sustainable Innovation in Kenya
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffIn the age of rapid technological advancement, the conversation around sustainability has become more critical than ever. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected through the use of electronic devices, the issue of electronic waste (e-waste)…
-
Sustainability
World Vision Initiative Regreening Africa Honored as UN World Restoration Flagship
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have named Regreening Africa Initiative among other six initiatives as United Nations World Restoration Flagships, making the initiative…
-
Sustainability
Epson Plans Construction Of Its First Biomass Power Plant
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffGlobal Technology company Epson has announced plans to construct the company’s first biomass power plant, in Iida City, in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Epson hopes to have the plant in operation in the 2026 fiscal year…
-
Sustainability
Absa Bank Kenya partners with Safaricom in mangrove reforestation initiative
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffAbsa Bank Kenya, in partnership with Safaricom, has today announced a joint commitment of two million Kenyan shillings towards a mangrove reafforestation project aimed at preserving coastal ecosystems in Kilifi County.The initiative, launched on the…
-
Sustainability
OPPO’s Commitment to Sustainability: Enhancing Product Durability and ESG Contribution
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffIn an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, and informed consumers, there has been an increasing importance on the longevity and eco-friendliness of tech products. In order to tackle this shift in consumer priorities, global…
-
Sustainability
Sustainability – What Kenyans Are Searching For On Google
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffAs Earth Day approaches, Google has released data that sheds light on the sustainability-related trends in Kenya. The data reveals a growing interest among Kenyans in environmental issues, as they actively search for information and…
- 1
- 2