Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC)

The Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) was privileged to participate in the transformative 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵–𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗴𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹, 𝗡𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶. With the theme,“𝘌𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘙𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘜𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘖𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦”, the event provided an excellent platform for meaningful conversations on #sustainability and #innovation in the mining sector. CESMECC was proudly represented by John Okwaro, Nasubo Imelda, Dickson Wachira, and Faith Mlewa, who actively engaged in discussions, forged partnerships, and gained insights from diverse stakeholders. 💡 Mr. John Okwaro, contributed valuable perspectives during a panel on 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. 💡 Ms. Faith Mlewa, participated in a panel discussion on "𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁." Faith also made a presentation on "𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱: 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆," emphasizing the importance of balancing development with environmental preservation and social equity. The conference featured insightful discussions on key areas, including: ✅ Legislation and governance frameworks for critical minerals. ✅ The role of artisanal and small scale mining (ASM) and communities in sustainable resource exploitation. ✅ Strengthening collaborations, partnerships, and linkages among stakeholders to achieve a vibrant mining sector. At the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC), we are committed to advancing solutions that integrate environmental, social, and economic sustainability into mining practices. The lessons drawn from this conference will significantly inform our efforts to empower communities, promote responsible mining, and enhance stakeholder engagement. We extend our appreciation to Ministry of Mining Kenya, Association For Women in Energy and Extractives in Kenya (AWEIK), NATIONAL MINING CORPORATION(NAMICO) and all participants for fostering engaging conversations and meaningful partnerships. Together, we are shaping a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative mining future for Kenya and beyond. #SustainableMining #CriticalMinerals #CESMECC #KenyaMiningExpo2024

Our 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 begins today! We will be addressing key areas to ensure safer, healthier, and more sustainable mining practices, aligning with our mission to advance #sustainability in mining operations. Check out the poster below for more details about our team of trainers and the focus of this transformative training. #ArtisanalMining #Sustainability #OccupationalSafety #TowardsZeroFatalities

Our 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 begins today! We will be addressing key areas to ensure safer, healthier, and more sustainable mining practices, aligning with our mission to advance #sustainability in mining operations. Check out the poster below for more details about our team of trainers and the focus of this transformative training. #ArtisanalMining #Sustainability #OccupationalSafety #TowardsZeroFatalities

📢𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! Join us for the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) Training on Occupational Health and Safety in Artisanal Gold Mining, now scheduled for 𝟮𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. Don't miss this opportunity to learn key safety practices and sustainable mining techniques! 🔹𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 🔹 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dsRQEZdC Check the poster below for more details, and secure your spot today!

💥𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬!💥 We have revised the registration fee for the upcoming Health and Safety Artisanal Gold Mining Training by the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC). 📌𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐲 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫. Stay ahead and grab this opportunity! Check out the new poster below for details.

Are you passionate about sustainable mining practices or looking to deepen your knowledge in artisanal gold mining health and safety practices? The Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) is excited to announce our upcoming Artisanal Gold Mining Training! Gain practical insights into key health and safety practices, environmental impact, and sustainable methods in the artisanal gold mining sector. 🗓 Date: 5th-7th November, 2024 📍 Location: Online Training ⏳ Deadline for registration: 22nd October, 2024 at 5:00 PM EAT 📌 Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/dNf3tF87 For more details, contact us at info@cessmec.org.

🌟 Introducing Dickson wachira - Head of Projects and Programs Department & Co-Founder at Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) 🌟 Today we introduce Dickson wachira, our Head of the Projects and Programs Department and one of the visionary co-founders of Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC). Dickson is a dedicated mining engineer with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation in the mining industry. His research has focused on understanding of artisanal and small-scale mining, addressing critical challenges and promoting best practices within the sector. Furthermore, Dickson has extensive experience in renewable energy integration projects, seamlessly blending engineering expertise with sustainable solutions. Bringing a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in research, consulting, and education, Dickson’s teamwork, passion, and vision are integral to CESMECC’s mission of promoting sustainable mining and environmental stewardship. Under Dickson's leadership, the Projects & Programs Department is the powerhouse driving CESMECC's mission and goals. This dynamic team is responsible for planning and executing on-the-ground projects that align directly with our organizational vision. We are excited about the future of CESMECC with Dickson on board and eagerly anticipate the impactful initiatives we will be launching together.

🎉 Celebrating Our Champions: Lilian M Kagai and Imelda Patricia! 🎉 We are thrilled to share that Lilian kagai Mugalla and Nasubo Imelda, members of the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) participated in the International Day of Women in Mining (IDWIM) 2024 photo campaign organized by the International Women in Mining (IWiM) - and they both emerged victorious! 🏆 Nasubo Imelda bagged the first place, while Lilian kagai Mugalla secured the second! We are incredibly proud to celebrate these two amazing women who are trailblazing the mining industry! #IAmMining #WomenInMining #IDWIM2024

💥⛏️ Happy International Day of Women in Mining 2024!💥 Today, we proudly celebrate the remarkable women in mining whose resilience, innovation, and leadership drive sustainable practices and inspire future generations to break barriers in the industry. We honor their invaluable contributions and their role in shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future for mining. #womeninmining #idwm2024 #CESMECC #Sustainability #Empowerment

💥Today, we are proud to introduce Geoffrey Basil Mwango, the Head of Capacity Building Department at the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC).💥 Geoffrey is an MSc Environmental Engineering student sponsored by Kenyan German Centre for Mining, Environmental Engineering and Resource Management (CEMEREM). His research focuses on integrated assessment modelling specifically; Climate, Land, Energy, and Water Systems (CLEWs). Geoffrey has successfully built a CLEWs-Kenya Model with the support of Delta-E+ Research Lab, funded by the Government of Canada. The model provides critical policy insights on renewable energy transition, GHG emissions, agricultural intensification, and climate change. In addition to his work on the CLEWs-Kenya Model, Geoffrey has participated in the Energy Modelling Platform for Africa (EMP-A 2023), sponsored by Climate Compatible Growth #CCG#CCG. There, he honed his skills in capacity expansion modelling (OSeMOSYS) and further explored CLEWs. Geoffrey is passionate about environmental sustainability and is committed to fostering collaboration and skill enhancement among stakeholders through the Capacity Building Department. His expertise allows him to leverage various technical platforms to inform sustainability strategies and analyse sustainable development initiatives, creating a comprehensive understanding of necessary actions and potential outcomes. Geoffrey Basil Mwango is enthusiastic about his role at the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment and Climate Change (CESMECC) and looks forward to collaborating with everyone to champion the sustainability of our finite resources. Cheers to a sustainable future! #SustainableMining #ClimateAction #CESMECC