East African Discussion: Exchange of Climate Technologies Discussed at Forum Convened by CTCN
In a significant stride towards sustainable development, the East Africa forum for transferring climate technologies took place from 5-7 April in Nairobi, Kenya. The event, organised by a consortium of organisations including the World Intellectual Property Organisation, Climate Technology Centre and Network, Kenya Climate Innovation Centre, Africa Agricultural Technology Foundation, and Strathmore University Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law, aimed to facilitate the development and implementation of green technologies in agriculture and water sectors.
The forum, which brought together individuals involved in green technology, technology provision, financing, and development, emphasised cooperation, objectives, and impacts on building resilient economies through coordinated regional efforts. Key players included governments of East African countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda, international organisations like the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), private sector technology providers, and development finance institutions.
Forums like the Africa Energy Forum (AEF) 2025 and regional initiatives such as the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) foster partnerships to share knowledge and transfer sustainable technologies adapted to local needs. This collaboration involves not only governmental coordination but also engagement with technology firms, financiers, and research communities to advance climate-smart solutions, clean energy integration, and green technology adoption.
The objectives of the forum were clear: to accelerate the deployment and transfer of locally relevant climate technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience to climate impacts such as droughts, floods, and heat stress. To support climate-smart agricultural practices, such as the US$358 million DaIMA programme focusing on sustainable dairy production, reducing methane emissions, and improving farmer livelihoods. To promote energy transition through renewable sources (solar, wind, hydropower), including infrastructure development and decarbonization targets like Africa's goal of reaching 300 GW of renewable capacity by 2030. To build capacity and skills within local communities, ensuring long-term sustainability of technology adoption and climate resilience.
Enhanced climate resilience of key sectors, such as agriculture and dairy, mitigates the economic shocks caused by climate variability, protecting rural livelihoods and food security. Technology transfer facilitates clean energy access and sustainability, enabling economies to diversify energy sources, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and foster green industries. Investment in innovative risk management and insurance solutions supports sustained energy projects and climate adaptation strategies, underpinning economic stability. Engaging local innovation hubs such as KCIC catalyses entrepreneurship and job creation in climate tech sectors, contributing to inclusive economic growth.
East Africa is leading in boosting agricultural productivity through the use of green technologies, reducing water and pesticide usage, and pioneering modern farming. Green technologies are identified as crucial for building resilient economies in developing countries. The event highlighted the importance of green technologies in the development of resilient economies in developing countries, with a particular focus on improving food production and creating businesses and jobs in Kenya and the rest of Africa.
The forum, supported by the Japan Patent Office, aimed to improve food production and create businesses and jobs in Kenya and the rest of Africa. It featured thought leaders sharing insights with green technology seekers, providers, financiers, and development partners. The CTCN Stakeholder Forum showcased pictures from the event, and the World Intellectual Property Organisation, Climate Technology Centre and Network, Kenya Climate Innovation Centre, Africa Agricultural Technology Foundation, and Strathmore University Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law organised the forum.
Attended by leading East African organizations focused on agriculture, food production, and clean water supply, the forum aimed to link climate change goals with business contributions. It is a significant step towards East Africa's goal of building resilient, sustainable economies through the integration of green technologies and climate-smart practices.
The forum emphasized the importance of environmental science, particularly climate-change and environmental-science, in the development of green technologies to promote sustainability and resilience in agriculture and water sectors. Through collaborative efforts between governments, international organizations, technology providers, and development finance institutions, the aim is to transfer climate-smart solutions and clean energy technology to foster economic growth and protect food security.
The event, supported by organizations like the World Intellectual Property Organisation and the Kenya Climate Innovation Centre, is a significant step towards integrating green technologies and climate-smart practices in East Africa, ultimately leading to resilient, sustainable economies.
