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Environmental Management
For Environmental Impact Assessment
Licensing, visit NEMA or email: info@nema.go.ke
E-waste Management
Strengthen institutional capacity to manage
and regulate e-waste and related
Unintentional Persistent Organic Pollutants (UPOPs) in Kenya
Noise Regulation
Building capacity and working with Counties
to regulate noise regulations in the Country
Rapid Environment Inspections
The Authority operates a 24hrs environmental surveillance to
respond to any environmental incidents within the set timelines
Wetlands management
NEMA is charged with the mandate on
wetlands and ecosystem restoration countrywide
GEF SFM Project
Strengthening Forest Management for
Improved Biodiversity Conservation
and Climate Resilience in the
Southern Rangelands of Kenya
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The Establishment
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is established by Section 7 of the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA), No. 8 of 1999 to ensure sustainable management of the environment through exercising general supervision and coordination of all matters relating to the environment and to be the principal instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
Mandate
The object and purpose for which NEMA is established under EMCA is twofold: to ensure sustainable management of the environment through exercising general supervision and coordination over matters relating to the environment and; to be the principal instrument of government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
Get to Know Us
Our Services
Licensing and Permits
NEMA offers a wide variety of licenses and permits based on the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) CAP 387 by mainstreaming environmental and social safeguards in all projects, plans, programs and policies.
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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
EPR is a policy approach that makes producers responsible for their products along the entire lifecycle, including at the post-consumer
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World Environment Day
Trans Nzoia County
Friday, June 5, 2026
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Strategic Plan
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Director General
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Desertification and Drought Day 2026
Rangelands: Recognize. Respect. Restore.
Read More
LINK
KOCEMS
Kenya Online Continuous Emission
Monitoring System
Read More
ARCA Project
Enhancing Community Resilience & Water
Security in the Upper Athi River Catchment Area
Read More
Monitoring Effluent Discharge
Monitoring effluent discharges before it is
discharged into the environment to ensure it meets required standards
Kenya National Carbon Registry
Click Here
Air Quality Monitoring
Undertaking mobile ambient air quality
monitoring throughout the 47 Counties
Environmental Management
For Environmental Impact Assessment
Licensing, visit NEMA or email: info@nema.go.ke
E-waste Management
Strengthen institutional capacity to manage
and regulate e-waste and related
Unintentional Persistent Organic Pollutants (UPOPs) in Kenya
Noise Regulation
Building capacity and working with Counties
to regulate noise regulations in the Country
Rapid Environment Inspections
The Authority operates a 24hrs environmental surveillance to
respond to any environmental incidents within the set timelines
Wetlands management
NEMA is charged with the mandate on
wetlands and ecosystem restoration countrywide
GEF SFM Project
Strengthening Forest Management for
Improved Biodiversity Conservation
and Climate Resilience in the
Southern Rangelands of Kenya
Read More
Have you witnessed corruption, fraud or environmental violations?
Contact Us
Licensing
NEMA issues a wide range of environmental licenses and permits under various environmental regulations…
Explore More
Downloads
Download EIA/SEA reports, regulations, publications, guidelines, legislation, policies, permits & forms e.t.c
Explore More
Licensing
NEMA issues a wide range of environmental licenses and permits under various environmental regulations…
Explore More
Downloads
Download ESIA Reports, regulations, publications, guidelines, legislation, policies & permits e.t.c
Explore More
The Establishment
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is established by Section 7 of the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA), No. 8 of 1999 to ensure sustainable management of the environment through exercising general supervision and coordination of all matters relating to the environment and to be the principal instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
Mandate
The object and purpose for which NEMA is established under EMCA is twofold: to ensure sustainable management of the environment through exercising general supervision and coordination over matters relating to the environment and; to be the principal instrument of government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
Get to Know Us
Our Services
Licensing and Permits
NEMA offers a wide variety of licenses and permits based on the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) CAP 387 by mainstreaming environmental and social safeguards in all projects, plans, programs and policies.
Learn More
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
EPR is a policy approach that makes producers responsible for their products along the entire lifecycle, including at the post-consumer
Learn More
Upcoming Events
World Environment Day
Trans Nzoia County
Friday, June 5, 2026
Desertification and Drought Day
Kilifi County
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
View All Events
An easy Way to Find
What You are Looking for
News & Events
Get the latest updates on news & events
Read all
Article
POSTPONEMENT OF THE NATIONAL VALIDATION WORKSHOP FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION (DRAFT ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC WASTE MANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 2025
December 16, 2025
Article
Development of the National Carbon Market Registry
September 9, 2024
Article
National Waste Colour Code
February 3, 2025
Article
Caution on Impersonation
August 18, 2025
Article
Desertification and Drought Day 2026
March 23, 2026
Article
Clarification on Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara
December 1, 2025
Article
World Wetlands Day 2026
January 14, 2026
Article
RIA for Draft E-Waste and SIEA/EA Regulations, 2025
November 3, 2025
Article
Nairobi hosts Pan-African conference on environment, climate change and health
November 6, 2025
Article
Gazetted Regulations 2024
February 3, 2025
NEMA Kenya
Follow
NEMA Kenya
@nemakenya
·
15 Apr
@NemaKenya and Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) yesterday held a meeting to discuss the progress on the implementation of the Project EP/GLO/1172/GEF on “Strengthening Investment for Adoption of Alternatives and Sustainable Management of Agrochemicals and Agricultural
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@nemakenya
·
14 Apr
@NemaKenya today with officials from State Departments of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry joined a virtual consultative meeting convened by the Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service, Mr. Felix Koskei, EGH.
The meeting brought together staff from the Ministry
3
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Nema Kenya TV
Athi River Catchment Area (ARCA) Project Launch \\Enhancing Climate Resilience & Water Security
Carbon Market in Kenya
World Wetlands Day 2026.
NEMA Visual Customer Service Charter 2025
Load More...
Subscribe
top
WhatsApp Us
About NEMA
Establishment
Functions
Strategic Plan
Board of Management
Departments
County Field offices
FAQs
Careers/Vacancies
Regional Offices
Director General
About NEMA
Establishment
Functions
Strategic Plan
Board of Management
Departments
County Field offices
FAQs
Careers/Vacancies
Regional Offices
Director General
WHAT WE'RE THINKING
Article
International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB)
Article
World Environment Day 2026
Insights
Valuable insights that empower your decision-making,
Case Studies
Inspiring examples of financial tailored solutions.
Media Mentions
Recognizing our expertise and client success.
Stay ahead in a
rapidly changing world
Our monthly insights for strategic business perspectives.
Subscribe
FINANCIAL
Investment planning
Tailored investment strategies to help clients grow their wealth.
Retirement planning
Comprehensive plans designed to secure a comfortable future.
Education planning
Guidance on saving and investing for educational expenses.
WEALTH
Portfolio management
Active management to optimize returns while managing risk.
Asset allocation
Maximize growth potential via asset diversification.
Risk management
Managing financial risks with insurance and other measures.
TAX
Tax planning
Optimize tax through services like deductions and strategies.
Estate planning
Effective estate planning for taxes and wealth transfer.
Wealth preservation
Preserve wealth for future while reducing taxes.
FEATURED
Adapting to
the digital era