Empower Yourself, Ignite Sustainability
Let’s face it. Going green in a single-use plastic world is challenging. Everywhere you look, there are plastic—iced coffee cups, shampoo sachets, grocery bags, food containers, parcel pouches from online shops, and the list goes on. And it’s not going anywhere soon. Currently, plastic accounts for 85% of marine waste and could double by 2030. … Read more
Turkana County is a semi-arid place that is hot and dry almost throughout the year with temperatures going up as high as 40 degrees. The drought and high temperatures have made it difficult to sustain forest cover in the region. Even so, Equity Bank has made significant steps in helping with environmental diversification through its … Read more
Does climate anxiety have a place in the stories we tell ourselves about global warming? How can we escape being paralyzed by climate anxiety? Easier said than done, I know. But in this article, I try to answer these questions. I identify as a climate anxiety sufferer. I’m surrounded by facts and scientific evidence that … Read more
Ubunifu is a Swahili word for Creativity. Are you in Kenya? Creative with limited or no resources, and would love to explore? Ubunifu hub is your newfound Home. Ubunifu hub is possible through One Planet. One planet Youth program by Green Peace and Fryshuset Aged 15 – 25 years old To engage, broaden and strengthen … Read more
What are you going to do when the world needs saving? Pull a rabbit out of your hat? Not very likely. The real solution is much simpler: surround yourself with good-hearted people and don’t change or conform to the evil around you. So follow your heart, it’ll lead you to the answer Never change or … Read more
Activism is mostly born out of a passion for something you love /believe in /or are closely connected to. But facing challenges that make it impossible to happen or injustices around it. Just like true leadership, activism is not learned but it is deep-rooted in your soul till you realize it. When the right trigger … Read more
Climate anxiety is a feeling of dread or panic that can arise from thinking or worrying about climate change. For some, it’s the fear of heatwaves, floods, species extinction, and natural disasters. Its getting worst Research indicates that climate-related anxiety is rising and that it leads to emotional exhaustion and burnout. You know the mantra: … Read more
People and Nature are two goals that sadly tend to sound contradictory. As we continue to demand more than nature can offer. And inputting harmful artificial tactics. They’re not and should not sound contradictory. We believe that all people should feel close to nature and that nature should, in turn, be protected. How do we … Read more
Theme: Wetlands Action for People and Nature. When it comes to events on the international calendar, nothing beats World Wetlands Day. That is because World Wetlands Day is a celebration of the world’s wetlands for people and nature – and a chance to take action to protect them. The theme for World Wetlands Day 2022 … Read more
