The Kisumu County Green Investment First TWG Convened

By Matilda Atieno The County Government in partnership with Financial Sector Deepening Kenya (FSD Kenya) convened a two day Technical Working Group Workshop (TWG) to foster collaboration in the Green investment facility project. Since inception in 2022 with the commissioning of the County Green Financing Assessment which provided the first-ever analysis on the green assets
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Kisumu’s Smart Meter Initiative to Pave Way for Energy Efficiency

By Matida Atieno In the quest for a sustainable energy future, Kisumu County and its stakeholders are set to adopt smart metering with the aim of improving energy efficiencies and cost savings in the health facilities. Investment in smart meters as energy efficient technology, stands to revolutionize energy use through cutting down consumption and boosting
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SWOT Analysis, Identification of Nature Based Solution Activities and Financing Sources in Rehabilitation of Auji River in Kisumu

A team of technical experts from the government agencies, NGOs and CBOs held a meeting at Maseno Agricultural Training Center to carry out a SWOT Analysis aimed at restoring river Auji. Some of the strengths identified during the discussions were: the existing policies on water quality regulations, waste management regulations, wetlands river banks and lake
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Efforts to Advance Climate Change Resilience in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno The Kisumu County Climate Change Council convened its first meeting to discuss the FLLOCCA Project progress report and address climate action plans to improve coordinated responses as stipulated in the Kisumu County Climate Change Act 2020. The Council also addressed the Financial report, on FLLOCCA, the work plan, and the Budget. The
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Restoring River Auji in Kisumu

River Auji, which until in the recent past was covered with lush vegetation, charming scenery and clear waters; perfect for leisure walks and sightseeing, today, is affected by pollution due to domestic waste disposal along the banks, which not only threaten the health of the residents, but also affects the quality of water Coupled with
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County Organizes a Sensitization Workshop On FLLoCA Projects for Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno The county directorate of climate change organized a sensitization workshop for Ward Climate Change Committee members to raise awareness and strengthen the capacity of stakeholders on the implementation of the County Climate Projects Action for Kisumu.  The workshop was to update WCCPC members on the status of FLLoCA projects, enhance public engagement, and
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Kisumu Marks the World Environment Day

Kisumu County today joined the rest of the world in commemorating the world environment day at Baby Pendo Park in Kachok, Kisumu. The event is marked annually every 5th of June. This year’s theme is land restoration, desertification and drought resilience. This is to create awareness about environmental issues and encourage people to take action
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Marking World Wetlands Day in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno, Kisumu marks World Wetlands Day focusing on the theme “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing”. The theme emphasizes on interconnectedness between wetlands and various aspects of human wellbeing, including physical, mental and environmental health. The celebrations brought together schools and various environment and world life clubs, the County Department of Environment, and its stakeholders
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Public Participation in The Kisumu County Climate Change Fund Regulations 2023

The County directorate of climate change organized for public participation in the Kisumu County Climate Change Fund Regulations 2023 across the county. The regulation is a strategic approach informed by the County Climate Act 2020 set to provide the road map on the management and administrative procedures for the Kisumu County Climate Change Fund to
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