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Earlier today, KAM Leadership led by Chair @GudkaSachen, Vice-Chair @MucaiKunyiha & CEO @wakiaga_phyllis met @Environment_Ke PS @Kiptoock to discuss sustainability measures & the impact of #COVID19KE on industry's environmental obligations.

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KAM Chair @GudkaSachen - #COVID19KE has caused financial constraints on businesses & stakeholders in the waste value chain with SMEs being the most affected.

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We are committed to supporting tree planting initiatives across the country & collaborating with stakeholders in the timber and paper value chain. This will ensure industries can have adequate, sustainably managed raw materials - KAM Chair @GudkaSachen

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KAM Chair @GudkaSachen - We commend @Environment_Ke for developing the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework that will accelerate the achievement of a circular economy & deepen collaborations & commitments among waste value chain stakeholders.

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Yesterday, we partnered with Bakers Association of Kenya to facilitate the management of plastics bread bags. I urge the Government to promote waste segregation from household levels to enhance the value of waste. - KAM Chair @GudkaSachen

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PS @Environment_Ke @Kiptoock - I welcome private sector to invest in public-private partnerships in the greening of Nairobi in partnership with the Nairobi Metropolitan Services.

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The National Sustainable Policy & Bill has been approved by the Cabinet. It will pave the way for broader collaboration between National & County Governments on waste management & recognise private sector's role in EPR - @Environment_Ke PS @Kiptoock

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I urge manufacturers to prioritize compliance on effluent management to ensure our environment is free from industrial waste - @Environment_Ke PS @Kiptoock

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