The Circular Bionutrient Economy Conference The Circular Bionutrient Economy Network (CBEN) held its third annual conference at the Kisumu Hotel in Kenya on 15 – 17 Janauary, 2024. This marked a significant milestone in the pursuit of sustainable agriculture and waste management solutions. It was hosted by a collaborative effort of Cornell University and Poverty […]
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Empowering Ugandan Women Through Beekeeping Beekeeping is more than just a means of generating income; it’s a sustainable and ecologically friendly endeavor that has the potential to transform lives. In this campaign, we aim to establish 195 new beehives and provide comprehensive technical support to 65 rural Ugandan farmers, primarily women who will also become
The Bamboo Project – From Start to Finish, and Beyond Uganda’s forests have faced a dire threat over the years, with nearly 3% of its wooded lands, equivalent to 73.6kha, being relentlessly felled for fuel, and agricultural expansion. One such community profoundly impacted by this deforestation crisis is Bulyango Parish, nestled within the Hoima district
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The Interdisciplinary Nexus of Energy Workshop The interdisciplinary nexus of energy workshop was held in Flensburg, Germany on 4-6 August. It brought together 25 participants from 16 different nationalities, spread across five continents. The aim of the workshop was to inform sustainability experts with various backgrounds on the benefits of renewable energy and how it
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The impact of digitizing rural farmer Groups Agriculture is a vital sector in Uganda, contributing to over 20% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employing over 70% of the population. However, many smallholder farmers in rural areas of Uganda face significant challenges. These include accessing markets, financial services, and information necessary to improve
Building a Circular Bionutrient Economy As the world population grows, the demand for food production also increases. This is leading to the depletion of natural resources, including soil fertility. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in building a circular bionutrient economy. This aims to create a sustainable food system that nourishes the
Mitigating Climate Change with Bamboo Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable resource that can play a significant role in mitigating climate change. It is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world. Therefore, bamboo can help sequester carbon, provide renewable energy, and create sustainable livelihoods for communities. Sequestering Carbon One of the most significant ways
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