COP28; Multilateral Development Banks Pledge Concerted Action to Address Climate Change in Africa
In a united stance at the 2023 UN Climate Change…
COP28; Multilateral Development Banks Pledge Concerted Action to Address Climate Change in Africa
In a united stance at the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28), multilateral development banks (MDBs) have reaffirmed their commitment to a concerted global response to climate change, with a particular focus on increasing co-financing and private sector engagement to address the pressing challenges faced by Africa. Despite contributing the least to global warming…
AstraZeneca Expands AZ Forest Program to Kenya, Commits to Planting 6 Million Trees monitored by AI
AstraZeneca has announced the expansion of its flagship AZ Forest program to Kenya. The company pledges to plant up to six million trees across six counties in western Kenya, covering over 3,500 hectares of land. This ambitious reforestation project marks the first time that AZ Forest has deployed an AI deep learning model to monitor…
COP28 Dilemma: Can Nations Achieve Climate Targets with New Fossil Fuel Projects? Unraveling the Paradox
As cop28 intensifies discussions on climate targets, a jarring paradox emerges with some nations persisting in investments for new fossil fuel projects. This contradiction raises doubts about the sincerity of global commitments to address climate change, and the imperative to align words with actions becomes increasingly urgent, underscoring the immediate necessity for concrete measures. In…
Is President Biden’s Call for the Global Elimination of Every Coal Plant Realistic? Insights from COP28
At the cop28 climate summit 2023, John Kerry, the Special Envoy for Climate in the Biden administration, unveiled an audacious plan to eliminate every coal plant globally. This proposal aligns with the Biden administration’s climate rule, which mandates a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants by 2035-2040, with non-compliance leading…
Bamburi Cement Makes Strides Towards Decarbonization with two Solar Power Plants construction
Bamburi Cement Plc has taken a significant step towards decarbonization by embarking on the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants. These plants, with capacities of 14.5MW and 5MW, will be located in Bamburi’s Mombasa and Athi River locations, respectively, and are expected to contribute up to 30% of the company’s total power supply….
Rwanda Embraces Clean Cooking Technologies Ahead of Carbon Market Debut
In anticipation of its carbon market debut, the Rwandan government is actively promoting the adoption of subsidized clean cooking technologies to reduce deforestation and achieve its environmental goals. These innovative solutions are seen as crucial in alleviating pressure on the country’s forests and contributing to its carbon market strategy. The government’s push for clean cooking…
KenGen Spearheads Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project to Enhance Kenya’s Renewable Energy Integration
KenGen Spearheads Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project to Enhance Kenya’s Renewable Energy Integration In a significant development towards bolstering Kenya’s renewable energy integration capabilities, Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has been entrusted with the implementation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. Funded by the World Bank under the Kenya Green and…
Solar Power Emerges as a Popular Choice for Holiday Homes in South Africa as Homeowners Embrace Sustainable Solutions
Solar Power Emerges as a Popular Choice for Holiday Homes in South Africa as Homeowners Embrace Sustainable Solutions As South Africa’s rooftop solar capacity skyrocketed by 349% from March 2022 to June 2023, the country’s solar wave is now reaching popular holiday destinations, driven by a growing demand for incorporating sustainable energy solutions into holiday…
M-KOPA Expands to South Africa, Bringing Pay-as-You-Go Solar Power to Soweto
M-KOPA Expands to South Africa, Bringing Pay-as-You-Go Solar Power to Soweto M-KOPA has commenced its pilot operations in Soweto, South Africa, five months after securing over $250 million in debt and equity to fund its expansion across Africa. The company, renowned for its pioneering pay-as-you-go model for solar panels and smartphones in East Africa, is…
Rwanda’s Arc Power Secures $10 Million Funding to Expand Clean Energy Access
Rwanda’s Arc Power Secures $10 Million Funding to Expand Clean Energy Access Arc Power, a leading renewable energy provider in Rwanda, has secured $10 million in financing to expand its electrification plan, primarily targeting rural communities. This funding will fuel the company’s clean energy expansion plan, enabling it to provide electricity access to over 100,000…
