The Sugar Industry Innovation Symposium and Expo 2024 is dedicated to promoting sustainability in the sugar industry. Our sixth thematic area, "Driving Climate Smart and Environmentally Sustainable Practices Through Youth-Led Initiatives", focuses on empowering young innovators to implement practices that mitigate climate change and promote environmental stewardship within the sugar value chain. We aim to foster a sustainable and environmentally responsible sugar industry, driven by the innovative efforts of the youth

Problem Statement for Innovators

The Kenyan sugar industry faces significant environmental challenges, including the impact of climate change, unsustainable farming practices, and inadequate waste management. Addressing these issues is crucial for ensuring the long-term sustainability of the industry.

Problem Statement: "How can climate-smart and environmentally sustainable practices be implemented in the Kenyan sugar industry through youth-led initiatives, ensuring a resilient and eco-friendly future for the industry?"

Innovators are invited to propose solutions that:

  • Develop and promote sustainable farming practices that reduce environmental impact and enhance resilience to climate change.
  • Implement renewable energy solutions in sugarcane production and processing.
  • Create innovative waste management systems that repurpose by-products from sugarcane production.
  • Launch conservation initiatives to protect and restore natural ecosystems affected by sugarcane farming.
  • Advocate for policies that support climate-smart and environmentally sustainable agricultural practices.
  • May apply to the sugar industry beyond the proposed solutions outlined above.

#TupataneSIIS2024 and Happy Innovating!