CLIMATE TECH
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World Bank Unlocks Ksh5.5 Billion Green Fund to Empower Kenyan SMEs
In a major boost to Kenya’s climate resilience and economic transformation, the World Bank has approved approximately Ksh5.55 billion ($43 million) in new funding to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting climate-friendly technologies. The commitment, announced on January 15, 2026, is part of the broader Kenya Jobs and Economic Transformation (KJET) project. The funds will be channeled through…
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Climate Tech Startup Nitricity Secures $50m to Scale its Organic Fertilizer Technology
California-based climate tech startup Nitricity has raised $50 million in Series B funding to expand its pioneering organic fertilizer technology across the U.S. and into Europe, positioning itself as a disruptive force in an industry long reliant on carbon-intensive synthetic fertilizers. The funding round was co-led by World Fund, Europe’s climate-focused venture capital firm, and returning investor Khosla Ventures. Other…
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Kenyan Innovators Win Sh53 Million for Climate Innovations
Twelve young Kenyan innovators have received a total of Sh53 million in grants from the Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) to scale community-driven climate solutions. The awards were issued under the Young Environmentalist Innovation Challenge (YEIC), which targets youth aged 15–35 developing practical responses to environmental challenges. The second edition of the competition attracted more than 400 applications, with 10…
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How Sustainable Tech Is Transforming Industries
We are in an era where companies, from large corporations to small enterprises, are all moving in the same direction, integrating sustainability into their daily operations. Innovators and policymakers have developed numerous sustainable technology solutions to address environmental and social challenges while promoting eco-friendly practices. Examples include renewable energy systems that reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and the use of…
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How eWaste is Powering the Circular Economy in Africa
Africa is experiencing a digital revolution. But while more people gain access to devices that improve lives, there’s a growing downside: electronic waste. Over 2.9 million tonnes of e-waste are generated annually across the continent, yet less than 5% is formally recycled. The rest ends up in landfills, informal dumps, or is burned – releasing toxins and missing out on…
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Greentown Labs, MassChallenge Join Forces to Support Early-Stage Climatetech Startups
Climatetech and energy startup incubator Greentown Labs, and MassChallenge, the global network for innovators, announced a collaborative partnership to amplify the impact of early-stage climatetech startups by expanding their access to specialized support, expert mentorship, and high-value commercialization networks. Through this strategic partnership, MassChallenge and Greentown Labs will nurture more climate startups, broaden their networks of expert mentors and judges,…
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Peter Odhengo: Counties Rise to Climate Challenge by Enacting Laws That Shape Local Climate Solutions
Kenya has quietly notched a milestone in the fight against climate change. All 47 counties have passed laws supporting climate action and ring-fencing funds in their annual budgets, marking a decisive shift from policy intent to grounded action. This achievement is a rare example of how decentralization can be leveraged to mainstream climate resilience across a highly diverse and devolved…
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Proparco Grants €1M to Equity for Kenyan Farmers’ Climate-Smart Shift
Proparco and Equity Group have signed an agreement, granting technical assistance of one million euros to Equity Group Foundation (EGF) for the implementation of its high-impact project, “Climate Resilient Agri-Food Systems” (CRAFS). This partnership aims to support small Kenyan farmers in the adoption of sustainable practices. Agriculture is a key driver of Kenya’s economic development, accounting for approximately 30% of…
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African Startups Urged to Adopt Climate-Resilient Business Models
Startups have now been urged to embrace climate-resilient business models in the African Tech Sector. This is according to the Ventures Platform landmark climate tech white paper entitled; ‘Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Leveraging Venture Capital and Startup Innovation to Combat Climate Change in Africa. Formally launched at the recently held Africa Prosperity Summit in Lagos, the paper explores how…
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Money Flows Into Africa’s Climate Tech Startups
African climate tech startups are pulling in more money than ever before, overtaking fintech as the continent’s hottest investment sector. By September 2024, these startups had raised $413.9 million, making up a third of all startup funding in Africa. The shift shows investors are betting big on companies that tackle climate change while solving everyday problems. The numbers tell a…
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