Closing the Gender Gap in Kenya’s Waste Management Sector

By Janani Loum Waste management in Kenya faces many challenges, including limited infrastructure, inadequate resources, and poor public awareness. Despite these

KCIC Joins Race to Zero as one of the first African Accelerators

Nairobi, 2nd September 2024- Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is proud to announce its acceptance into the Race to Zero campaign,

Call for Applications for Cleantech Innovation Competition

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is a social impact organization operating in the climate space, committed to supporting micro and

Spotlighting Kenya’s Top 20 ClimateLaunchpad Innovators’

Kenya Climate innovation Center (KCIC) is thrilled to unveil the top 20 finalists drawn from the Kenyan edition of the 2024

KCIC to Implement Distributed Renewable Energy Ecosystem Model in Kenya

In a sustained effort towards addressing climate change and empowering rural communities, the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is set to

KCIC, IKEA Foundation Monitor SWIFT Programme Progress

Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) and the IKEA Foundation embarked on a two-week monitoring exercise to gauge the progress and strides

Kenya’s Path to Circular Economy is Paved, Let’s Clear the Roadblocks!

July 16-19, 2024. For four days in Nairobi, we sat with the dreamers, daredevils, visionaries, creatives. They were some of the

Innovation and Collaboration Critical in Climate Action: Irish Tánaiste Visits KCIC

“No country or region alone will have all the answers. We must collaborate, co-operate, and use our collective creativity to address

World Environment Day 2024: A Call for Land Restoration, Combatting Desertification, and Building Drought Resilience

On this World Environment Day, we are yet again reminded of the critical need of adopting sustainable approaches to how we

Looking Back on KCIC in 2023

“The world is significantly off track in meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement, underpinning the need for urgent action towards

Play Greater Role in Innovation for Sustainable Development; Murabula Urges Universities

Innovation, technology transfer, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration will go a long way in achieving sustainable development in Kenya. Institutions of higher learning,

Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs, International Women’s Day 2024

Every 8th of March, International Women’s Day (IWD) serves as a powerful reminder of the strides made towards gender equality while

Towards a Circular, Green and Inclusive Economy: SWIFT Programme Unveiled

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) has unveiled ‘Sustainable Waste Innovation for a Future in Transition (SWIFT)’, a waste management programme

KCIC and IKEA Foundation Launch USD5 Million SWIFT Programme to Transform Waste Management in Kenya

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) has unveiled ‘Sustainable Waste Innovation for a Future in Transition (SWIFT)’, a waste management programme

KCIC and Global Carbon Council to Accelerate Carbon Market Actions in Africa

UAE, 6 December 2023: The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), and the Global Carbon Council (GCC), an international carbon credit and

KCIC Kicks off Solar Program in East Africa

After a decade of progressively supporting climate technology entrepreneurs in Kenya, the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) has extended its reach

Ten Kenyan Entreprises Set to Benefit from KCIC Energy Program

Clean and renewable energy sources have become increasingly important in today’s world, and Kenya is taking significant strides in harnessing the

KCIC Conducts Bootcamp Training for Solar Enterprises in Uganda

From July 11-13, 2023, the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) conducted a transformative bootcamp session aimed at empowering east African entrepreneurs

KCIC and Commonwealth Explore Partnership

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) today hosted a delegation from the Commonwealth and KeNIA, marking a significant milestone in fostering

KCIC Board Bids Farewell to Sandra Sichlau

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center board has bid farewell to Ms. Sandra Sichlau, who has been serving as a board member

KCIC Unveils Kiambu Business Incubation Hub

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) in partnership with the European Union (EU), Denmark (Danida), and the County Government of Kiambu

GreenBiz Entrepreneurs undergo Business Mentorship

Everyone says that SMEs are the engines and driving force of Kenya’s development and economy, but few understand what it means

ClimateLaunchpad 2023 Application Closing…Soon!

Do you have a green business idea and want to take it to the next level? Do you wish to be

KCIC and AWF Forge Partnership Towards Climate Action

The Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) and African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) towards targeted

Innovation fighting malnutrition among children wins youth competition

According to a report by UNICEF, in Kenya, more than a quarter of children under the age of five, or two

Vijana na AgriBiz National Competition- Supporting youth to lead a climate resilient ient future

The Vijana na AgriBiz competition seeks to foster innovation in agricultural practices, build the capacity of local entrepreneurs, especially the youth

Bungoma Agribusiness Expo set for Friday, May 13

The first edition of the Bungoma Agribusiness Expo will be kicking off on May 13 at Posta Grounds in Bungoma with the participation

Advancement in technology is a necessity for farmers in Uasin Gishu County

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), through the AgriBiz program, held a forum in Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu, to engage county

Become an AgriBiz brand ambassador

Are you an agribusiness enthusiast? Do you follow the agribusiness trends and want to be part of a team transforming the

Maths teacher winning the pig farming business

Over the years, pig farming in Kenya has gradually risen to become one of the top agribusiness ventures. Pork accounts for

The world’s largest green business ideas competition closes tomorrow

The deadline for entries to the Climate Launchpad competition, which recognises that innovation and invention can lead the way to a

Insect entrepreneur training farmers how to use maggots on their farms

In a quiet, mainly residential area in Kirinyaga, trays of writhing Black Soldier Flies (BSFs) larvae munch their way through hundreds

Kilifi County, KCIC to revamp agribusiness in coast region

Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) which is the implementing partner signed a five-year contract with the two development agencies that would see

European Council’s President visits KCIC to witness the progress of the AgriBiz Programme

On Tuesday, 9th March 2021, The President of the European Council, His Excellency Charles Michel, made a courtesy visit to Kenya

There is a need for proper incentives on waste management

Waste has proven to be a resource that can be managed to achieve economic, social and environmental benefits. To achieve this,

What Ksh 5.1 billion agribusiness programme entails for Isiolo

Isiolo County has partnered with Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) to set up Business Incubation Hub (BIH) under the AgriBiz programme

Call for applications for innovative waste recycling solutions launches

What Design Can Do (WDCD) in partnership with Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) is seeking creatives, both small and big designers,

Kisii and Uasin Gishu sign MOU with KCIC to bring more wealth to farmers

The County Governors of Kisii and Uasin Gishu, H.E James Ongwae and H.E Jackson Mandago respectively, have signed an agreement with

Agri-Flora Organic Solutions: Encouraging organic farming for sustainable food security

There has been a trend to encourage organic farming to improve global food security which continues to be a concern to

Cleaning the environment through innovative sewage disposal system

Kirigi Kibunja founded Jiji Water Works Limited in 2016 in Nairobi, Kenya with the aim of offering permanent water and drainage

Farming without soil: the big bet for achieving food security

Traditional soil-grown crop production has worked well for thousands of years, but there is one fact that has placed strain on

Powerspot Kenya: empowering rural Kenya through affordable clean cooking

Clean cooking solutions are vital to combating global climate change, reducing environmental degradation and improving human lives in general. Unfortunately, more

Alternative fuel transforming the energy industry

In the hilly outskirts of Kisumu city, hidden behind leafy trees and rocky terrain, is an innovative enterprise offering a source

Edward Mungai is conferred with a PhD in sustainability

Dr. Edward Mungai, group CEO of Kenya Climate Innovation Centre Group, has today been awarded his PhD in Sustainability at Strathmore

KCIC supports the conversion of waste plastic into fuel

Patrick Watene, the Co-founder of Adarsh Polymers is appreciative after Kenya Climate Innovation Center supported him with Early-Stage Financing (ESF) to

KCV is hiring

Buzzing with pride

Dubbed “The Bee Keepers’ Hub”, Nyuki Hubs is a youth-led social enterprise that takes pride in working with farmers to produce

Investing in biomass briquettes for clean energy solutions

There is a growing interest in biofuels in many developing countries as a means of modernizing biomass use, reducing deforestation, promoting

Kenya Bankers Association partners with KCIC Group to advance green financing in Kenya

Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) and KCIC Group have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding which aims to boost green financing through

KCIC holds training ahead of financial awarding to youth and women-led enterprises under Agribiz Program

The Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) has today held a virtual training ahead of the awarding of the Result Based Financing

KCIC to host virtual training ahead of financing award ceremony

Kenya Climate Innovation Centre is set to host a virtual training ahead of a finance awarding ceremony where 49 SMEs will

Ecosave Africa Ltd: All in one solution to water sanitation

According to the World Health Organization, currently, 2.5 billion people lack access to clean water and sanitation and by 2030 a

Innovative solar cooker, transforming households

Kenya’s renewable energy sector is at an exponential level compared to other countries in Africa. The exploitation of solar energy has

University graduates reaping yields from pig farming

Anthony Njagi Njine with his two friends, Mary Wabuthu Gituku and Joseph Kariuki Sankale are startup farmers who rear pigs. A

An organic food startup offering nutritious options

Last week on 16th October, 2020, the whole world celebrated world food day. This day gives us an opportunity to reflect on

Tala Iconic Business World: Empowering Women and Youth through Agribusiness

According to the 2017 World Food Prize laureate, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, “the future of African youth lies in agriculture.”  This future

Does the government have a role in stimulating growth in the SME sector?

The government plays a leading role in the provision of an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. One such way is

Kenyan Farmer Providing Affordable Medicinal Solutions

Vitman Wafula, a farmer based in Kakamega county, has set up a medicinal garden where he raises seedlings for medicinal plants

Engineer-turned farmer’s way of sowing potatoes

Where do your home fries, chips, french fries and mashed potatoes originate? You have probably never seen a packet of potato

Bungoma County to engage in the ‘AgriBiz’ programme funded by EU and Denmark to support women and youth agribusiness

The County Government of Bungoma and Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) have signed  a memorandum of understanding (MoU) towards supporting women

Bringing Nutrition to Low Income Kenyans

Food Security and Nutrition is a key pillar of the Big Four Agenda, which was conceptualised by the H.E President Uhuru

Young, female and an agriculturalist

There are few young people you meet and they inspire you so much. One such person is Carolyne Mukuhi Mwangi. You

Kabete Vegrow: Farming, a solution to youth unemployment

The percentage of unemployed youth has been growing exponentially in the past decade with an explosion in this Corona period. James

How Poseidon Pump Systems is harnessing energy from moving traffic

Kenya and other developing countries are experiencing exponential growth in their populations leading to an ever-growing demand for domestic and industrial

Spurring rural economies through renewable energy sources

When Anthony Mayodi cofounded Rafode as a microfinance institution in 2007, the main focus was in supporting SMEs access affordable loans.

What new taxation means for renewable energy in Kenya

Kenya’s renewable energy landscape has witnessed increased transformation over the years, largely driven by favorable government policy that is shifting towards

Cooling Africa with solar, a startup’s perspective

Let us take the conversation away from the pandemic for a minute and talk about solar. Recently, agribusiness entrepreneurs and mini-grid

What AgriBIz promises Kenyan youth and women

Despite the struggles by many Kenyans to succeed in agribusiness, they are still being saddled by unstable weather patterns; high costs

Why the world never forgot Earth Day despite COVID-19

Despite the global disruption caused by the novel corona virus, the world yesterday took time to commemorate Earth Day.

Spurring rural economies through renewable energy sources

When Anthony Mayodi cofounded Rafode as a microfinance institution in 2007, the main focus was in supporting

Businesses in East Africa set to benefit from new programme

Small Market Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya and Tanzania are set to benefit from the recently started programme

Thika company converts waste plastic into synthetic oil

Deep in the heart of Thika Town, a constituency that has been christened by many as the

Board and Staff strategise on Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) 3.0

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) members of the board have this month held an a joint strategy retreat aimed to

Championing Organic Farming and Forest Conservation to Improve Livelihoods

At such times of unpredictable weather patterns, high cost of production, deteriorating soil fertility and inaccessible markets

Kenya Hosts Danish Delegation

Kenya has today received a senior delegation from the Royal Kingdom of Denmark in a visit that happened

How Maji Agri Solutions is using social media to market his innovative water technology

Simon Wachieni, the founder of Maji Agri Solutions 

Kenya, Africa and the World- It’s a Treble for Leafy Ke

Kenya emerged shoulders high at the just concluded ClimateLaunchpad (CLP) competition in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Applicants are Generating Green Energy from Local Materials

Kenya Climate Innovation Center is in the process of conducting routine visits to the business premises of applicants of the incubation programme.

Kenya Commemorates World Environment Day

Kenya has joined the world in commemorating the World Environment Day on a day that coincided with Eid al Fitr. The annual World Environment

Acacia Innovations – ESFM Success Story

Kenya Climate Innovation Center is in the process of conducting routine visits to the business premises of applicants of the incubation programme.

KCIC Hosts Danish Delegation

Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) has hosted a delegation from the Danish Government led by Mr. Henrik Larsen, the Deputy Head of Danish

KCV CLIENT AWARDED 1.2 BILLION SHILLINGS TO SCALE BIOGAS ADOPTION

One of the clients of Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV), a subsidiary of Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), has secured a deal that will

Kings Biofuel is hiring

Kings Biofuels Limited, a leading briquettes manufacturing company, is seeking to recruit a highly dynamic and self driven individual

KCIC PARTNERS WITH YOUTH FUND TO PROMOTE ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Kenya Climate Innovation Center has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF)

Induction for newer KCIC incubation entrepreneurs

Last Friday, 3rd May 2019, Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) hosted an induction event for its newer incubation clients. Entrepreneurs in

Policy Dialogue: Sustainability of Agriculture in Kenya

This Friday, 26 April 2019, KCIC will be hosting a policy dialogue on the sustainability of agriculture in Kenya. Held in

Majik Water provides clean water to Ark Children’s Home

Majik Water is a KCIC client who manufactures a machine that extracts clean drinking water from the atmosphere.

KCIC partners with KAM on the Clean Energy Expo 2019

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) held the Clean Energy Conference and Expo at the Safari Park hotel from 10th to 12th April 2019

2nd edition of ASPK sustainability meet-up

Last week, on the 28th of March 2019, the Association of Sustainability Practitioners of Kenya (ASPK) organized its second meetup since its inception

Launch of Trade for Sustainable Development Hub (T4SD)

Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is excited to announce that it is partnering with the International Trade Center (ITC) and Strathmore

KCIC and clients shine at One Planet Summit

On the 14th of March 2019, world leaders gathered in Nairobi for the third installment of the One Planet Summit. Some

Applications open for ClimateLaunchpad green business idea competition

PRESS RELEASE: Nairobi, 13 March, 2019 – ClimateLaunchpad is now welcoming applications in Kenya for the 2019 edition of the world’s largest

Solar-powered cold storage for Kenyan farmers with Solar Freeze

Growing up in a rural village in Kenya, Dysmus Kisilu witnessed the many problems facing the farmers in his community. Lacking

What AgriBIz promises Kenyan youth and women

Despite the struggles by many Kenyans to succeed in agribusiness, they are still being saddled by unstable weather patterns;

Offering clean cooking fuel to low income households

Koko Networks commercially soft-launched its technology suite in Nairobi in mid-2017. KOKO’s first offering to mass-market consumers and local retailers is a

Coping with climate change in Kenya

Climate change is perhaps the most considerable environmental challenge of our time globally. It affects ecosystems, water and food resources and

Hundreds of eager teens attend the Inspire Leadership event

Given that youth are vital resource to ensuring a more sustainable future and fulfilling the SDGs, KCIC believes it is important

Reducing water waste to help the environment and the bottom line

While working in water service providing, Joab Amollo began to notice over time the amount of water that was being wasted

How to transition Kenya to a clean-cooking country

According to the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves, 16,600 people in Kenya alone die every year as a result of exposure

Fixing climate change, one start-up at a time

PRESS RELEASE Largest Global Green Business Ideas Competition kicks off 2018 edition Nairobi, 8 August 2018– ClimateLaunchpad is the world’s leading

Season 2 of the Climate Launch Pad: Kenyan edition

The second season of the Climate Launch Pad (CLP) is here! For the second year Kenya will be hosting the CLP

Leveraging on opportunities for green growth in Kenya

The 4thNational Green Growth Conference 2018 held last week at the Kenyatta International Conference Center (KICC) brought together various stakeholders from

Tracking the progress in renewable energy and energy efficiency in Kenya

Kenya has an exciting opportunity to be a leader in harvesting sustainable and efficient energy. First of all, the country is

Commodity Futures Market an option for Kenyan Farmers

The largest percentage of Kenya’s population are farmers. A key concern for this population is the price volatility associated with the

Hivos and Kenya Climate Innovation Centre Hosting the Second Disrupt! Ideathon

Hivos in collaboration with Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) will be hosting Disrupt!, a competitive ideathon event that brings together entrepreneurs

Water Dialogue – A Step Forward to Management of Water Resources

“It’s Day Zero in Cape Town, a foretaste of what is likely to come in cities such as Nairobi with a

Taking a bold step in dealing with the water crisis

Water security in the world stands at about 40% with water also accounting for nearly 70% of natural disasters that happen

The role of the youth in promoting climate justice and sustainable development

Can youths lead the path to a low-carbon resilient future? In a nutshell, the role of the youth in climate resilience

Dane Bio Pesticide: Eco friendly organic pesticide

Eco Sawa is a startup that produces eco-friendly products; with their pioneer product being Dane bio pesticide. Founded by Davies Ateka and

Water Sector Policy Dialogue

DATE: 22nd June, 2018THEME: UNLOCKING THE POLICY AND REGULATORY BOTTLE NECKS IN THE WATER SECTOR ENTERPRENUERSHIP Water coverage in the country currently stands

Reinventing meals with tasty sauces

Joe Kamau and Fred Mwangi constantly found ways of improving their bland meals with different ingredients while still in high school.

KCIC works with Laikipia County in organizing its maiden entrepreneurship and innovation fair

Partnerships are key in fronting innovations to thrive as profitable ventures. Last week Laikipia County graced its first Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Education and climate change

When you think about climate change which has gained a lot popularity in the world, one thing that does not automatically

Kenya Climate Ventures invests in Sistema.bio’s expansion in Kenya

Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV), a World Bank Fund,just concluded an investment round in Sistema.bio to deliver sustainable renewable energy and agricultural

Entrepreneurs benefit from the branding training

More often than not, entrepreneurs struggle with branding their products which affects their entry into markets. A customer is highly likely

WESUSTAIN encouraging the youth to be proactive on the SDGs

WESUSTAIN, a sustainability initiative program at the Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) launched its university outreach campaign to sign up students

Lessons from Israel: innovation verses adoption

Seth Siegel in his book ‘let there be water’ notes that by 2035, about 60% of the land mass will be

Kings Biofuels receives Kshs. 5 million in investment

Kings Biofuels Limited has received Kshs. 5 million (approximately $50,000) financing from the Kenya Climate Innovation Center, under its Early Stage

KCIC contributes to greening Kenya through tree planting

As forest cover continues to be a challenge in Kenya and other parts of the world, the government is making its

Acacia Innovations wins at the Start Up Energy Transition Award 2018

Last week Acacia Innovations emerged winners at the Start Up Energy (SET) Award in a ceremony held in Berlin, Germany walking

Mitigating water scarcity with evolved technology

A chance meeting of three young ladies at a training program birthed the concept of Majik Water. Among shortlisted attendees for

Olkaria Bio Limited powering industries

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Global Forest Resources Assessment (2005) and the State of

Market gap spurs business niche in energy

After a year of research and being trained on solar photovoltaic (PV) technologies at the Strathmore Energy Research Centre, Kevin and

Innovative system that monitors water levels

One of the many challenges we experience as human beings is impending water shortages. The situation in Cape Town, South Africa

Lending to rural households for renewable energy access

Rafode have been creating value by delivering high quality solar systems since 2013. They offer Global Lighting certified equipment exclusively via

Simgas changing lives with renewable energy

Johnson Muraguri a retired CMC engineer left work two years ago to pursue farming full time. Before his retirement, he spent

Converting cooking oil into renewable energy

Did you know that it is possible to recycle cooking oil to produce bio diesel? Well it is, and one young

Sankalp Africa Summit 2018: innovation in one space

The 5th Sankalp Africa Summit was held on the 1st -2nd of March at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies (KSMS).

Knowledge café provides insights on standards and intellectual property to entrepreneurs

The Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) held a Knowledge Café earlier this week on intellectual property, standards and the Early Stage

Transforming rural regions with clean energy

Chaff Energy is a social enterprise that is transforming agricultural waste that has little to non-commercial value, into high value fuel

KCIC set to launch the 3rd phase of the mentorship programme

The first and second phase of the Business Mentorship Programme kicked off in 2016 and 2017 respectively with the overall goal

Partnership to promote clean technologies and innovations

The Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat (VDS) and the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on exploring

Processing macadamia for the export market

Women entrepreneurs have stood the test of times with myriad of challenges to drive successful businesses. One such enterprise is Exotic

Improving soil quality for Kenyan farmers

Soil erosion or degradation is a process that occurs naturally. The top soil wears away mainly by physical forces like wind,

Thermo-electric technology providing energy solutions to rural households

Thermo-electric technology is the future of Carbon emission reductions. The technology is not new as it has been around since the

Producing nutritious animal feeds from black solder fly larvae

Working with a database of over 300 farmers, Eric Mbugua the director of BSFL organics established the business in 2016. When

Time to leave the boardroom and act now

On Christmas day ideally what happens is you have a full belly and get a blanket to cuddle and listen to

Agricultural technologies: Lessons from Israel

The year 2017 was a challenging one for any economic growth analyst focusing on Kenya. The national government and development partners

Water harvesting may be the long term solution for sustainable agriculture

If all the water that runs off the surface when it rains could be harvested, food and water insecurity would be

Sunny Money sources for funds to impact 30,000 lives by June 2017

Sunny Money sources for funds to impact 30,000 lives by June 2017 Sunny Money Africa Ltd is a for profit social

Rural communities access energy for income generating ventures

Electricity is central to the development agenda in Kenya. Without electricity it is unlikely that development projects and public investments, such

Providing early stage financing mechanism for clean technology enterprises

Obtaining financing for climate technologies is particularly challenging in developing countries due to additional uncertainty and risks that are hard to

Autodesk Foundation supports KCICs early stage financing facility

The Autodesk Foundation funded Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC) with a grant of $100,000 for its Early Stage Financing Facility. The

Turning plastic waste into cooking gas

Plastic waste has attracted widespread concern and attention in Kenya. According to a case study done by the University of Nairobi,

Fruit rejects offering alternative income to farmers

Horticulture farming provides employment to over two million people in Kenya alone. Set as the fastest growing industry in the country

SimGas: offering clean, affordable and high-quality energy to rural households

About three billion people worldwide use solid fuels for cooking according to Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The World Health Organization

Growing demand for bio-diesel spurs business idea

Globally, the use of bio-diesel as an alternative to petrol/diesel has seen increased interest due to environmental benefits associated with its combustion.

Investment in moringa a big opportunity for Kilifi County

Kilifi County is amongst the 14 out of 47 counties that are marginalized coupled with the hot weather. In 2014, Papu

Kuni Safi Briquettes: an ecofriendly source of renewable energy

The demand for energy in Kenya is increasing for households, businesses and industry. Increasing populations, aggressive deforestation, expanding economies and a

Lentera: Climate smart agriculture through innovative inputs

Feeding the world’s growing population is a serious challenge. Food insecurity is concentrated in developing nations, where drought and low soil

Sunpawa taking over the solar energy market through technology incorporation

A vibrant solar energy market has developed in Kenya over the years to supplement the demand for electricity to homes and

World’s first solar-powered irrigation pump with a five-year warranty launches in Kenya

In a sector that is rife with small and unreliable irrigation pumps, both petrol and solar, there is now a pump

Converting waste into profitable organic fertilizer

Waste management has evolved over time. Different companies, both public and private have claimed their space in the collection and recycling

Reducing the carbon footprint in the world through production of briquettes

Coal is one of the most common and dangerous fuels in the world today. Its production entails cutting down of trees,

Solar Kit that connects rural homes to the global village

Renewable Energy is a fast growing sector in Kenya. Solar Energy is at the forefront due to the abundant sunshine received

KCIC Clients feature at the 2017 Nairobi International Trade Fair

The annual Nairobi International Trade Fair that took place from 2nd-8th October 2017 at Jamhuri Park attracted eight enterprises from the

Green Economy with advanced technology: Hydroponic farming

Hydroponics is forecasted to be the only method used in 50-60 years, as organic farming is likely to be banned for

Kenyan Start up wins the Global ClimateLaunchPad Award 2017

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) congratulates Bio Alkanol Gel as the Winner of ClimateLaunchPad Grand Final 2017. The winners were announced

Reducing Inequalities in Kenya

Inequalities in Kenya are manifested in different forms. Differences in income and social status are observed across regions, gender and even

KCIC Green Tech Pitch Forum

Invitation to KCIC Green Tech Pitch Forum The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is pleased to invite you to a one-day investment pitch forum for clean-tech enterprises.

ClimateLaunchpad unveils winners to represent Kenya in Cyprus

ClimateLaunchPad (CLP), the world’s largest green business ideas competition, held its national finals in Kenya on Friday, 8th September 2017  in

Eco-friendly cooking stoves offering clean cooking in rural homes

More than 3 billion people globally use open fires and simple stoves for their household and business activities. Most common fuels

Autodesk Foundation interacts with KCIC enterprises

Earlier this week, Autodesk Foundation paid a courtesy call to Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) to interact with some of the

Education and Poverty

Poverty is more than the lack of income and resources to ensure a sustainable livelihood. It also reflects lack of opportunities

How to achieve sustainable cities and communities

Urbanization is one of the mega trends shaping the world in this century. According to World Bank, 12 million Kenyans live

Plastic bags and the circular economy in Kenya

It was my first time in Europe and I landed there at the tail end of winter. It was cold outside

Converting food waste into biogas energy

Biogas has over the last couple of years gained popularity in many households especially those with cows and need to supplement

The Green Economy Strategy and Implementation Plan (GESIP)

On the 27th July 2017, the Cabinet Secretary for Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources launched the Green Economy Strategy and

Access to Energy; Why does it matter?

Kenya is experiencing a major crisis in the electricity sector following a prolonged dry spell in the last ten months. This

Gender Equality and business

Women comprise of more than half of Africa’s population and their contribution to the economy is extensive. However, they form 30-70

Ukulima Tech sets up farming systems in South Sudan

In South Sudan, a quiet town called Cueibet exists. A town that is more of a rural community which is subjected

Investing in green businesses is viable

Kenya’s economy is the largest in East Africa. With the growth comes depletion of natural resources at a rate not fast

Study tour to Gorge Park Energy Farm and Solinc East Africa

As energy demand on the farms continue to rise with the setting in of modern farming techniques, the conventional power sources

ClimateLaunchPad (CLP) hosts boot camp in Kenya

ClimateLaunchPad (CLP) is the world’s largest green business idea competition. CLP’s mission is to unlock the world’s clean tech potential that addresses

Supporting farmers through access to quality seeds

Since 2009, Seed Savers Network has been in the business of helping small holder farmers access the seeds. Over the years,

Sugarcane bagasse as an alternative renewable energy solution

Every year, thousands of tonnes of sugarcane waste remain underutilized after cane has been crushed. It is heaped or burned just

Launch of Kenya Climate Innovation Center Strategic Plan

Launch of Kenya Climate Innovation Center Strategic Plan 2016 – 2021 and Launch of Kenya Climate Ventures – 12th July 2016 Nairobi Serena Hotel 5.30pm

ClimateLaunchpad Boot Camp Programme

The Boot Camp is a 2-day fast track course and workshop lead by a ClimateLaunchpad certified Boot Camp Trainer. The programme

Lisha Bora calls out to investors for a fundraising round

Getting the right feeds for your animals is not an easy task. But once you crack it, everything falls into place

Banana value addition gaining momentum in Kisii County

At the Kisii Agricultural Training Center, Nyangorora Banana Processing Group (NBPG) has been in the business of value addition of bananas

Access to renewable energy solutions to consumers in Western Kenya

It probably is a first of its kind. Providing loans for business and renewable energy products. Under the product dubbed Mwangaza

Green business idea competition gains global impact

 PRESS RELEASE Over 750 promising sustainability ideas to battle ClimateLaunchpad Competition February 16, 2017 – ClimateLaunchpad kicks off the fourth edition

Private sector and the Global Goals

A story is told of a company that went and re-forested a section of the Mau Forest as part of corporate

Availing a variety of energy services to counties

Provision of accessible and clean energy solutions for Kenyans still remains one of the most challenging and time consuming processes. Getting

The Big Shift Campaign; clean energy now

Christian Aid, an International (British) Non-Governmental Organization working in Kenya  to eradicate poverty has launched a global campaign on promoting clean

Supporting entrepreneurs through the KCIC Green-Tech Accelerator Program

Over the years, the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) has been supporting innovations in clean technology in order to adapt to

Providing improved clean cookstoves for women in Kenya

Women all over Africa, especially in the rural and peri-urban areas still rely heavily on charcoal energy. This has necessitated the

Producing paper from hyacinth

Water hyacinth despite being a menace has over the past few years proven to be a useful resource. Hyancinth has been

The Billion Dollar Business Alliance

Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is one of the partners for the Billion Dollar Business Alliance for Rainwater Harvesting – Kenya

KCIC call for applications

Mutunguru hydropower project set to benefit Meru County

The Mutunguru Hydropower Project began as a community initiative in 2004. In 2009, the project received support from the United Nations

Growing herbs for the Dubai Market

Peter Chege, the founder and CEO of Hydroponics Africa is one proud entrepreneur. Having recently sealed an order to supply 2

Have we prioritized Climate change yet?

A quick scan through the budget statement 2017-2018, one thing stands out for me, as a policy analyst with special interest

Implications of the plastic bags ban in Kenya

The use of plastics dates back to the 1950s with the first plastic used for wrapping sandwiches introduced, followed by department

There is space for women in the energy sector

There is an old saying “when you empower a woman you empower the society”. Gender equality has been a global conversation that has

Kenya Climate Ventures: providing investment opportunities for early start up businesses

In the last decade, Kenya has witnessed a strong culture of innovation building in Kenya. A number of start ups have

Using organic fertilizer to increase crop yields

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), drought in the Horn of Africa is triggering a humanitarian crisis with food

Transforming lives through improved cook stoves

Chaff energy was established three years ago as a social enterprise which seeks to tap into the underutilized fuel sources that

KCIC participates at the Nairobi Innovation Week

The advent of technology has supported the rapid growth of innovations since the 19th century. Various sectors have experienced the innovation

The Fourth Devolution Conference: Energy and agriculture

The fourth annual devolution conference, which was the last one before the first general elections after the full operationalization of devolution,

Azuri launches new factory to increase production of dried fruits and vegetables

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), it is estimated that 1.3 billion tonnes of food which translates to 30

Entrepreneurs in the seed sector converge to explore the open source seeds concept

Farmers need to have access to seeds that enable them to develop and grow a wide variety of crops. Seed diversity

KCIC and CTP participate in the 4th Sankalp Summit 2017

The just concluded 4th Sankalp Summit 2017 brought together participants from the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) and the Climate Technology Program

The Lion’s Den: CTP team walks in the entrepreneur’s shoes

Pitching for your business is an important step in getting the right people in your ecosystem. The correct pitch is likely

Supporting farmers to use bio-diesel water pumps

Kitui industries was established in 1980, but has been involved in renewable energy since 2011.The company seeks to alleviate the challenge

Powering Kenya through Solar

Access to electricity is considered a very prestigious thing particularly in rural Kenya where majority of the population have no access

Accounting for water consumption in homes through tokens

As water rapidly continues to become a scarce commodity in most urban and rural towns, one has no choice other than

Help Farmers in Kitui County to purchase bio-diesel water pumps

Kitui Industries The Problem: Kitui County is a semi-arid area, which has of late been suffering the negative effects of climate

Climate change pinch: The prevailing drought in Kenya

Drought in Kenya has become cyclical and predictable. The effects of climate change become more pronounced each day and it is

Entrepreneurship can address Kenya’s drought crisis

The drought situation that Kenya is currently experiencing ranges from moderate to severe especially in the coastal and northern parts of

Turning ‘poop’ into fuel

Accessibility to sanitation facilities in Kenya still remains a challenge for many. One in seven million people worldwide still practise open

Briquette making proves to be a solution for deforestation

Maa Briquettes has been in operation for the last three years. The founder, George Mochu, an alumnus of Kenyatta University was

Happy new year message from KCIC

This year will see us at KCIC implementing the first year of our new strategy which focuses the work of the

Supporting agribusiness entities with cold chain solutions

Enterprise Projects Ventures is an agricultural technology company which manufactures InspiraFarms. The company was established in 2012 in Guatemala and set

Empower a farmer in the strawberry value chain on M-Changa

Due to the impact of climate change, increasing population and smaller land sizes, smallholder farmers are finding it difficult to survive

SEFA grants US $1 million to prepare an innovative community-owned hydropower project in Kenya

The African Development Bank (AfDB)-managed Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) approved a US $992,000-grant to support the preparation of 7.8-MW hydropower project

Chaff Energy have started a fundraiser for clean cook stoves and fuel processing project

We are a social enterprise established in 2015 after recognizing the need to improve energy efficiency through developing, manufacturing and distributing

KCIC CEO Edward Mungai among 24 Leaders Selected for Eisenhower Fellowship Program

Kenya Climate Innovation Centre (KCIC)’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Edward Mungai is among 24 African leaders selected for the prestigious Eisenhower

New opportunities in clean technology sector – Lessons from kenya and beyond

New opportunities in clean technology sector – Lessons from kenya and beyond – 12th July 2016 at Strathmore University 9.00am – 2.00pm 

Fruit Jams fresh from farm

Eco Agribusiness Limited (EAL) is a company that value adds fruits namely, strawberries, tree tomatoes, passion, pineapples, mangoes and oranges.  The

Kuku Bora establishes processing plant

Kuku Bora established a commercial indigenous chicken processing plant. The business is leveraging on the existing high production of indigenous chicken

Ethanol Transforming Lives in Nairobi’s Kibera Slums

It is now a fact that air pollution is now the world’s largest single environment health risk with the World Health

The Genie in a Bottle

Growing up, I always dreaded to enter my grandmother’s kitchen in the village. She used firewood to cook: There was such

The Green Economy Assessment Report

Kenya’s transition to a green economy could produce major economic benefits – equivalent to an estimated USD 45 billion by 2030