IEET Equips Professionals with Environmental Management Skills

Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Production and Extension, Prof. Jackson Kwanza right awarding a certificate to the class representative Mr. Nicholus Otaye.

The Institute of Energy and Environmental Technology (IEET) of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has concluded five-week short courses in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit (ESIA/EA) and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), equipping 47 participants with practical knowledge and skills to promote environmental compliance and sustainable development.

The training culminated in a closing ceremony during which participants who successfully completed the courses were awarded certificates. The programmes provided participants with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of environmental and social impact assessment processes, environmental auditing, regulatory compliance and sustainable environmental management.

Speaking during the ceremony, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Production and Extension (RPE), Prof. Jackson Kwanza, congratulated the participants on successfully completing the five-week ESIA/EA and OSH training, noting that their achievement demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Prof. Kwanza observed that environmental sustainability has become an increasingly important aspect of socio-economic development, requiring professionals with the knowledge, skills and capacity to identify environmental and social risks and develop appropriate mitigation measures.

Dr. Paul Njogu, the Director IEET makes his remarks.

“The knowledge and skills you have acquired during this training are not only important for your professional growth but also for the wider society. You are now better placed to contribute to responsible environmental management and sustainable development,” said Prof. Kwanza.

Director, IEET, Dr. Paul Njogu, congratulated the participants on their dedication throughout the training, noting that their successful completion of the courses reflected their commitment, discipline and active participation.

He noted that the courses were designed to equip participants with practical knowledge and competencies to understand the environmental and social impacts associated with development projects, as well as the role of environmental audits in promoting regulatory compliance and sustainable practices.

Class representative for the ESIA/EA course, Mr. Nicholus Otaye, expressed gratitude to JKUAT and IEET for providing participants with an opportunity to undertake the training.

Mr. Otaye described the training as an enriching experience that provided valuable knowledge and practical skills in environmental assessment, auditing, compliance and sustainable environmental management.

“Over the past five weeks, we have gained knowledge that has broadened our understanding of environmental and social issues and equipped us with practical skills that we can apply in our workplaces and communities,” said Mr. Otaye.

 JKUAT and IEET management together with the graduands after the workshop.