The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have named Regreening Africa Initiative among other six initiatives as United Nations World Restoration Flagships, making the initiative…
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Epson Plans Construction Of Its First Biomass Power Plant
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffGlobal Technology company Epson has announced plans to construct the company’s first biomass power plant, in Iida City, in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Epson hopes to have the plant in operation in the 2026 fiscal year…
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Absa Bank Kenya partners with Safaricom in mangrove reforestation initiative
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffAbsa Bank Kenya, in partnership with Safaricom, has today announced a joint commitment of two million Kenyan shillings towards a mangrove reafforestation project aimed at preserving coastal ecosystems in Kilifi County.The initiative, launched on the…
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OPPO’s Commitment to Sustainability: Enhancing Product Durability and ESG Contribution
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffIn an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, and informed consumers, there has been an increasing importance on the longevity and eco-friendliness of tech products. In order to tackle this shift in consumer priorities, global…
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Sustainability – What Kenyans Are Searching For On Google
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffAs Earth Day approaches, Google has released data that sheds light on the sustainability-related trends in Kenya. The data reveals a growing interest among Kenyans in environmental issues, as they actively search for information and…
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Sustainability – LG Introduces Two New Energy-Efficient Products
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffEnergy-saving home appliances are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. These appliances use less energy than their traditional counterparts and are designed to be more efficient.…
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Absa Bank And eco.business Partnership To Fund Climate Smart Agriculture
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffAbsa Bank Kenya PLC and the eco.business Fund, an impact fund, have announced a KES1.26 billion (USD 10 million) partnership for the bank to on-lend to domestic and export businesses participating in the country’s agricultural…
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Last month, LG Electronics unveiled its 2023 strategy which is anchored on its 2030 sustainability blueprint. The strategy is vast and potentially very impactful, and here are a few actions that the company is undertaking.…
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LG Unveils Minimalist Design Appliances Featuring Recycled Materials Inside and Out
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffLG Electronics (LG) has introduced a new line of minimalist-design appliances, including a washer and dryer, at CES 2023. Distinctive and durable, the products reflect LG’s strong commitment to sustainability, featuring recycled materials inside and out,…
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Sustainability – Black Soldier Fly Farming With Zihanga Group
by Femme Staffby Femme StaffLast week, my colleagues and I were in Kabete to cover a most intriguing project – mass production of the Black Soldier Fly lavae by Zihanga Group. We spent a good chunk of the day…