About the Kenya Green Health Platform
A national, multi-stakeholder platform dedicated to transforming Kenya's health sector through low-carbon, and climate-resilient practices.
A collaborative coordination mechanism
The Kenya Green Health Platform is a collaborative coordination mechanism that brings together stakeholders across the health ecosystem to promote and implement green health solutions.
The platform aligns with national priorities led by the Ministry of Health Kenya and supports the adoption of the Kenya Green Health Guidelines.
Coordination hub
A central coordination mechanism for stakeholders working on health and climate.
Knowledge platform
A knowledge-sharing platform for evidence, best practices, and capacity building.
Implementation catalyst
A catalyst for implementing low carbon, climate resilient initiatives across Kenya.
Kenya's health systems faces increasing pressure
Climate change is intensifying strain on health services while the sector's own environmental footprint continues to grow.
High energy consumption
Healthcare facilities account for significant energy use with limited renewable adoption.
Inefficient waste management
Medical waste systems remain fragmented, increasing contamination and health risks.
Carbon-intensive supply chains
Procurement and logistics lack environmental sustainability standards.
Climate-vulnerable infrastructure
Facilities are poorly equipped to withstand floods, extreme heat, and weather events.
A low-carbon, and climate-resilient healthcare system in Kenya.
To convene stakeholders, drive innovation, and support the implementation of green health practices across Kenya.
Strategic objectives
Strengthen coordination among health and climate stakeholders
Promote adoption of green health policies and guidelines
Facilitate knowledge exchange and capacity building
Support implementation of climate-smart health solutions
Mobilize resources and partnerships for sustainability
Inclusive and transparent by design
KGHP is designed as an inclusive and transparent platform with strong emphasis on collaboration and accountability, aligned with national policies and frameworks.
Multi-stakeholder participation
Engaging diverse voices across all sectors.
Coordinated decision-making
Structured processes reflecting collective input.
National policy alignment
Grounded in Kenya's health and climate frameworks.
Collaboration & accountability
Transparent operations with clear accountability.
Consensus and shared strategy.
Practical delivery on the ground.
Roadmap ahead
Following the consultative process, KGHP will focus on these priority areas.
Consolidating inputs from stakeholders into a robust implementation plan.
Setting up decision-making bodies and accountability mechanisms.
Defining clear roles, responsibilities, and collaboration frameworks.
Making KGHP operational across all 47 counties.
Rolling out flagship green health projects in key counties.
Ready to be part of the change?
Join the Kenya Green Health Platform and contribute to building a greener, more resilient health system.