The County Climate Change Planning Committee (CCCPC) is a body established under the Nandi County Climate Change Act of 2021. Its primary mandate is to coordinate activities aimed at mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change. Additionally, the committee plays a crucial role in reviewing and approving project proposals submitted by Ward Climate Committees.
The CCCPC held a two-day workshop in collaboration with the International Crane Foundation (ICF) to discuss project proposals under the Financing Locally Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) initiative for the 2024/2025 financial year.
The discussions focused on the ongoing restoration of wetlands in Nandi County, where stakeholders emphasized the need for a multi-agency approach to ensure the success of these conservation efforts.
The County Executive Committee Member incharge of the department, CPA. Alfred Lagat, said that in order to enhance transparency and accessibility, the department have developed FLLoCA website. The platform will serve as an informative hub for residents, providing comprehensive details about FLLoCA activities in Nandi County. Additionally, it will feature a grievance redress system, ensuring that community concerns are promptly addressed.
On his side, the Chief Officer, Jonah Biwott, pledged the county’s full support to ensure that all planned climate action initiatives are successfully implemented.
Director Climate Change, James Meli, emphasized the importance of addressing grievances related to climate action projects, stating that an effective grievance redress mechanism must be put in place and made to work efficiently.
The International Crane Foundation (ICF) representative, Eva Tankoi, reaffirmed ICF commitment in conserving the Grey Crowned Crane by establishing enriched buffer zones along critical wetlands utilized by cranes. To reduce the dependence of riparian landowners on wetlands for agriculture and livestock grazing, ICF has introduced alternative livelihood support programs.
As part of this initiative, ICF has distributed grafted Hass avocado seedlings, indigenous tree seedlings, and super Napier grass cuttings to riparian landowners along the Kingwal wetland, promoting sustainable land use and wetland conservation.
This collaborative effort highlights the county’s commitment to sustainable environmental management, public engagement, and climate resilience.
In attendance were; County Officers, CCCPC members, ICF Officers amongst others.
