The County government of Kakamega is partnering with various academic institutions to conduct tree planting activities as one way of combating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing carbon sequestration, and promoting biodiversity.
According to many scientists, trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis, effectively acting as “carbon sinks” and helping to reduce atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases.
Additionally, trees play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, providing habitat for various species, and contributing to biodiversity.
About 5, 000 tree seedlings have been planted at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) and in the Kakamega forest
Additionally, the County government of Kakamega has planted 3, 000 trees in primary schools.
Led by the CECM for Environment Peninah Mukabane, she had the honour of representing Governor Fernandes Barasa at a tree planting exercise held at Masinde Muliro University (MMUST).
The event was organised by the Presidential Awards team in collaboration with the respective University and that of Kaimosi University.
The move is aimed at capacity-building environmental conservation and prioritising climate change
Kakamega County CECM for Environment Peninah Mukabane.
The minister emphasized that to comply with the new regulations put in place, the County government will maintain organic fertilizer and get rid of dump sites.
According to the Kenya National Tree Growing Restoration campaign to plant 15 billion trees by 2032, it is a move aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions, stopping and reversing deforestation and restoring 5.1 million hectares of deforested and degraded landscapes in the Country.
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In attendance were Prof. Solomon Shibairo, the Vice Chancellor of Masinde Muliro University, the Registrar of Kaimosi University, the Chief Officer for Environment and Natural Resources, the Director for Environment, and other distinguished guests.
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