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Canon’s commitment to sustainability recognised in new Quocirca Leaders report
Canon Europe has once again been named a leader in Quocirca’s Sustainability Leaders Report, an annual market analysis which evaluates the steps print vendors are taking to lower their carbon emissions. In the 2024 report, Canon is recognised for its strong sustainability vision and strategy, which is underpinned by its priorities to improve environmental performance across its portfolio of products and services. Within the report, Quocirca highlights…
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Embrace Sustainability with the ‘Be Fair Right Now’ Initiative
Kenya’s agriculture is vital to its economy and communities, but it’s under threat from cli-mate change, harmful pesticides, deforestation, and soil erosion. Without action, this critical system could become unsustainable. Imagine a world where staples like tea, coffee, fresh flowers, or fruits and vegetables are no longer readily available. By choosing Fairtrade-certified products, you can play a part in re-versing…
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Kenyan Energy Startup Hydrobox Secures Sh 1.16bn To Scale Mini Grids
Kenyan energy startup, Hydrobox, has taken a big step in its vision to revolutionise rural electrification after securing $9 million (Sh 1.16bn) in debt financing from FMO, the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank. The funding targets to scale Hydrobox’s eight mini-grid projects in a bid to bring underserved communities affordable and sustainable energy. As part of Hydrobox’s mission to electrify remote…
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SBM Bank Reinforces its Sustainability Agenda Through a Beach Clean-Up Exercise
SBM Bank Kenya has reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability by participating in a beach clean-up exercise in Diani. The exercise was aimed at safeguarding coastlines and promoting the well-being of marine life and communities that draw a lifeline from that part of the ocean. The event which was held in collaboration with Diani Turtle Watch – who have been…
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Java reduces 148 tonnes of carbon emissions through biodiesel initiative
Java House has made significant sustainability strides this year by contributing to the reduction of 148 tonnes of carbon emissions through an ongoing used cooking oil recycling project. This initiative, in partnership with renewable energy company Muenzer Kenya, involves supplying used cooking oil as feedstock for biodiesel production. In 2024, the biodiesel generated from Java’s feedstock is estimated to have…
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NCBA Bank Installed 5 EV Charging Stations Regionally in 2024
NCBA Bank has taken a significant step towards supporting sustainable transportation by installing five electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the region this year. The bank has deployed these EV charging stations at its headquarters (NCBA Center, NCBA House) in Nairobi and at its HQ in Kigali, Rwanda. The installation of these charging stations was made possible through a partnership…
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EPRA To Inspect Energy Facilities Under New Mandate
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) will soon begin a nationwide inspection of energy generation facilities following approval from the International Tracking Standard Foundation (I-TRACK Foundation). In a statement, the I-TRACK Foundation Board approved EPRA as the local issuer of the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC(E)) in Kenya. EPRA confirmed that in this new role, the authority has the…
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German cleantech startup SpotmyEnergy raises €10.5m seed funding to accelerate energy efficiency for households
German energy startup SpotmyEnergy has secured fresh capital amounting to €10.5 million in a seed financing round. The round was led by Norrsken VC, the investment arm of the renowned Swedish Norrsken Foundation. Additionally, Vorwerk Ventures joins as a new investor alongside existing investor Picus Capital. The new funds will be used to meet product demand and further expand the…
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Techstars and WirelessCar Launch Mobility Innovation Program
Pre-seed investor Techstars, and WirelessCar, the provider of connected vehicle services, are collaborating to launch the Techstars & WirelessCar Connected Mobility Innovation Program. The program according to a statement from the two partners seeks to empower future mobility with cutting-edge software solutions. The program represents a shared commitment to shaping the future of transportation, combining WirelessCar’s twenty-five years of expertise…
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Areas partners with Plug and Play to strengthen its commitment to sustainability
Areas, a global player in Food & Beverage and travel retail, has launched ‘Areas for Change Challenge’ in collaboration with Plug and Play, to strengthen its commitment to sustainability. Areas is seeking for startups that develop innovative and sustainable solutions. The challenge aims to address the company’s needs and tackle issues in the Food & Beverage, Travel & Hospitality, and…
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