When Kenya passed the Sustainable Waste Management Act, 2022, it marked a turning point in how the country thinks about waste. The Act is more than just a set of rules, it’s a roadmap toward a circular economy where resources are conserved, waste is minimized, and every stakeholder has a defined role. But here’s the […]

If you’re running any sort of business in Kenya that generates waste, there’s a good chance Section 19 of the Sustainable Waste Management Act (2022) applies to you. This section lays out the specific legal obligations for private sector players when it comes to managing waste. Knowing what it says can save you fines, improve

When most people hear the words sustainability audit, they think of tedious checklists, compliance documents, and long hours of paperwork that feel more like a burden than an opportunity. But what if I told you that a sustainability audit doesn’t have to stop at compliance? Done right, it can be your secret weapon, a roadmap

Water is life. We use it every day for drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, gardening, and more. Yet, despite its essential role, freshwater is a limited resource. With growing populations, climate change, and increasing demand, water scarcity is becoming a global challenge. The good news? You don’t have to overhaul your life or spend big to

If you’ve ever looked at your overflowing trash can and thought, there has to be a better way, you’re not alone. Zero waste living has gone from being a “hippie lifestyle” to a mainstream movement and for good reason. Not only does it help the environment, but it also saves money, simplifies life, and brings

Kenyan agribusiness is under growing scrutiny from regulators, financiers, and export markets. An Environmental Audit (EA) is your yearly “health check” that verifies legal compliance, confirms mitigation measures are working, and flags improvements across soil, water, air, waste, biodiversity, energy, and social performance. Under the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (EMCA), projects likely to have

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of trash your household produces, you’re not alone. From food packaging and plastic bags to broken electronics and old clothes, waste piles up fast. But here’s the good news: with a bit of planning and some habit shifts, you can dramatically reduce your household waste, even as

Ever walked past a park, riverbank, market or roadside in your neighborhood and thought, “Someone should clean this up”? Well, what if that someone is you? Organizing a local clean-up campaign is one of the simplest, most empowering ways to take direct action for your community and the environment. Whether it’s picking litter off a