Teachers as Champions of Sustainability

Teachers as Champions of Sustainability

A Kenyan Perspective on Climate Action As we navigate the challenges posed by climate change, Kenya faces pressing issues such as droughts, erratic rainfall and the degradation of our ecosystems. However, in the face of these challenges, innovative partnerships are emerging that aim to secure a better future for our environment. One particularly inspiring initiative … Read more

Composting for the Future – From Waste to Wealth

Composting for the Future – From Waste to Wealth

In Part 1, we uncovered the fundamental reasons why traditional composting often falls short. In Part 2, we explored how Aerobin’s innovative technology transforms composting into an odourless, off-grid and hassle-free process. Now, let’s take a step back and examine the broader context of why composting matters for our future, our communities, and our planet. … Read more

Wildlife Conservation in Africa

Wildlife Conservation in Africa

A Landscape Under Pressure Kenya stands out in African conservation, with famous places like the Maasai Mara and Amboseli. Still, finding a balance between growing communities and protecting wildlife is getting harder. Kenya has 92 people per square kilometre, which is much less than the UK. However, when development is not planned, it breaks up … Read more

Why Wildlife Needs Our Help to Find Water (Especially in Dry Seasons!)

Why Wildlife Needs Our Help to Find Water (Especially in Dry Seasons!)

Not all conservation areas are equipped with natural water sources. In many cases, these regions rely on human-engineered solutions like dams, solar-powered boreholes and watering troughs to sustain wildlife, particularly during the scorching dry seasons. Understanding the significance of water access goes beyond ecological concerns; it is also a shared responsibility for humanity. When Nature … Read more

The Real Price of Our Plastic Habits

The Real Price of Our Plastic Habits

In our fast-paced world, convenience is king. We crave instant access and quick fixes, but this comes at a steep price for our environment. The allure of single-use products and fast shipping has led us to normalise a throwaway culture that is damaging our planet. Plastic, once considered a miracle material, is now a symbol … Read more

Why Developers and Communities Hold the Key to Urban Tree Equity in Nairobi

Why Developers and Communities Hold the Key to Urban Tree Equity in Nairobi

Imagine two neighborhoods in the same city. One is a green haven with mature trees lining its streets, cool shaded walkways and the calming sound of birds. The other? It bakes under the unforgiving sun, paved from edge to edge, offering no shelter from the heat. This isn’t some metaphorical contrast pulled from a dystopian … Read more

Imagine If We Let Nature Thrive Within Us

Imagine If We Let Nature Thrive Within Us

“Imagine if we let nature thrive within us. Trees shading our homes, grasses softening our steps, and flowers brightening our days. A natural cooling system and a natural source of beauty.” What if this wasn’t just a dream? What if it were a movement starting right from your doorstep? In today’s concrete jungles, fast-paced living … Read more

Traditional Practices That Conserved Our Soil and Natural Resources

Traditional Practices That Conserved Our Soil and Natural Resources

The land beneath our feet is more than dirt and rocks, it’s the storybook of generations who lived, farmed, and thrived on this earth. In Kenya, long before the advent of modern agriculture and environmental policies, our ancestors developed clever ways to care for the soil and use natural resources wisely. These practices not only … Read more

How Our Ancestors Warned Us About Climate Change

How Our Ancestors Warned Us About Climate Change

The land has always told stories in the heart of Kenya, where vast savannahs meet rolling hills. Stories whispered by the rustling leaves of the muratina tree, carried by the migratory birds crossing the skies, and etched into the rhythms of the seasons. Long before climate change became a global buzzword, our ancestors, farmers, pastoralists, … Read more

Turn Waste Into Wealth: How Ecoloop Solutions Africa is Transforming Composting with Aerobin

Turn Waste Into Wealth: How Ecoloop Solutions Africa is Transforming Composting with Aerobin

At Eco Advocate, we’re all about sustainable living, practical eco-solutions, and community resilience. That’s why we’re thrilled to spotlight a revolutionary partner in the waste management space – Ecoloop Solutions Africa. They’re closing the loop on waste with a powerful solution: Aerobin Organic Composters – a game changer for households, schools, restaurants, and urban farmers … Read more