Abstract: Green building, also known as sustainable construction, integrates environmental, social, and economic considerations into the design, construction, and operation of buildings. Globally, it addresses challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and urbanization. In Africa, including Kenya, green building practices are gaining momentum as solutions to rapid urban growth and environmental degradation. This article…
This article provides an overview of SDG Goal 7 which delves into the concept of affordable and sustainable clean energy.
Authors: Anthony M. Wanjohi1, Erastus K. Irungu2 and Hosea C. Gicheru3 1,2,3Kenya Projects Organization P.O. Box 15509-00503, Mbagathi, Nairobi-Kenya Corresponding Author Email: wanjohi@kenpro.org Abstract According to FAO data from 2017, over 2.4 billion people rely on wood for cooking. The use of wood and charcoal contributes to greenhouse gas emissions while also contributing to deforestation…
By Anthony M. Wanjohi1 and Alex Ngaruiya Mumbi2 1,2 Kenya Projects Organization P.0 Box 15509-00503, Mbagathi, Nairobi Corresponding Author Email: wanjohi@kenpro.org The continued use of fossil fuels, as well as the environmental impact of greenhouse gases (GHGs), has prompted research into the production of alternative fuels from natural sources. (Achinas, Achinas, & Euverink, 2017). Due…
Authors: Anthony M. Wanjohi1 and Erastus K. Irungu2 1,2Kenya Projects Organization P.O. Box 15509-00503, Mbagathi, Nairobi-Kenya Corresponding Author Email: wanjohi@kenpro.org Abstract Despite technological advances, many people, particularly in developing countries’ rural areas, continue to meet their cooking energy needs by burning biomass resources such as crop residues, firewood, and animal dung in crude stoves. Such…
When installing a Portable Domestic Biogas System for household use, there are three key considerations one needs to make including installation site selection, assembly and gas pipes and tubing considerations. System Installation Site Selection It is important to choose and prepare the right spot for biogas installation to ensure optimum performance. The following should be…
Introduction: The third edition of One Planet Summit (COP23) was held in Nairobi on March, 14 2019. The Summit brought together global leaders, entrepreneurs, international organizations, and civil society to help accelerate and focus attention on climate investments in line with the Paris Agreement. The main themes of the summit focused on the following: promoting…
