The sustainable Energy Access Association Kenya (SEAA-K) in partnership with the Department of Water, Environment, Energy, Climate Change, and Natural Resources of the Nakuru county government, conducted a two days capacity-building workshop on the 2-3rd/07/2025 in Nakuru county aimed at enhancing the integration of clean cooking solutions into ward-level climate action. The workshop that brought together representatives of the 15 Ward Climate Change Planning Committees (WCCPCs initially trained on developing and implementing climate change mitigation and adaptation plans tailored to the specific needs and challenges.
The training, themed “Clean Cooking for Climate Resilience,” focused on embedding clean cooking and renewable energy solutions into climate action plans under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program. It also served as a platform to reflect on the Participatory Climate Risk Assessment (PCRA) process, assess progress made, and evaluate the role of Ward Climate Change Planning Committees in strengthening community resilience.
Speaking during the workshop, Chief Officer for Environment and Climate Change, Mr. Kennedy Mungai, emphasized the importance of understanding the interlinkages between clean energy access, climate change mitigation, and sustainable energy development. He expressed optimism that the workshop would empower participants with the necessary knowledge to effectively champion clean energy initiatives within their wards.
“This workshop not only advances our County Energy Plan and County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) objectives, but also reinforces partnerships between government, the private sector, and community stakeholders in addressing climate challenges,” said Mr. Mungai.
SEAA-Kenya officials, led by Justus Munyoki facilitated the sessions and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting county governments in the rollout of clean cooking technologies and climate-smart energy solutions. This initiative marks another step in Nakuru County’s ongoing efforts to promote climate-resilient development and increase access to affordable, clean energy at the grassroots level.
The training brought together members of Ward Climate Change Planning Committees from Shabaab, London, Flamingo,kiamaina , Rhonda, Dundori and kivumbini wards, officers from the County Climate Change Unit, sub-county energy and environment officers, as well as local energy and clean cooking entrepreneurs, various partners including Practical Action and power up Kenya .
It was so refreshing to learn and interact with the ward climate change committee members, as we embraced the approach of learning from the grassroots perspectives