Nakuru County Government is focusing on turning waste disposal sites into useful resources through recycling.
County Environment Officer Kimani Kuria said that the County in collaboration with strategic partners, had recognized the power of innovation and transformation and was now converting waste disposal sites, mostly with plastic materials, into centres of sustainable innovation.
The CECM said they were partnering with local businesses, entrepreneurs and organizations to transform the waste into eco-friendly products like construction materials, furniture and household items among other products.
Speaking during a meeting organized by the County's Department of Environment in partnership with the Centre for Environment Justice and Development (CEJAD), the County official said they were also intensifying tree planting drives towards achieving a clean and sustainable environment.
