Kenya’s real estate firm, Optiven, feted for environment sustainability initiative The GoGreen initiative run by the Optiven Foundation under its environment pillar has been dubbed a game changer in the real estate sector. Already the initiative has been replicated by companies under the Kenya Private Sector Association (KEPSA) and real estate industry in their Economic …
Kenya Signs Sh31 Billion deal with UK’s United Green to boost agricultural production The investment will further support Kenyan Governments’ strong commitment to increasing productivity, youth participation and employment with the development of local agriculture and associated industries, and strong demand for high quality, safe food products 24TH MARCH 2023 || GREENFACTS DESK NAIROBI: The …
Kenya turns to Italy to boost investment in green energy policies According to the Ministry of Energy, the country has increased access to electricity from below 30% in 2013 to over 75% in 2020. Renewable energy currently accounts for 73% of installed power generation and 90% of electricity in use is from green sources. Italy’s …
Creative students to Win £10,000 in climate change investment ideas competition Applicants are required to send a concept note will explaining the financial challenge or opportunity, the climate impact, and how they plan to fund their ideas. 1ST MAR 2023 || GREENFACTS DIGEST Are you a student with creative financial solutions and innovations that address …
Corporates must play leading role in clean energy transition Statistics point to the urgency with which we must act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions responsible for the global climate crisis. It is good to note that several African governments are already taking bold steps to tackle climate change. CHRIS GITHAIGA- MANAGING DIRECTOR, IPSOS IN KENYA …
Borderless Spa, Salon and Barbershop opens doors for environment conscious clients Borderless, a new beauty palour in Nairobi, emphasises on use of sustainable salon products that reduce use of plastic by embracing those with glass packaging. A growing number of players in the cosmetics and personal care industry are realizing the environmental impact of standard …