Schneider Electric expands climate education drive to Machakos

Ifeanyi Odoh, Schneider Electric Country President East Africa./HANDOUT

Schneider Electric has launched Phase Two of its Conserve My Planet (CMP) programme in Kenya, expanding its reach to a new group of students in Machakos County as it steps up efforts to promote environmental education and youth empowerment.

The global energy technology firm officially rolled out the second phase at Kinanie High School, where 723 students have been enrolled into the initiative.

The expansion builds on the success of the first phase and introduces new elements aimed at deepening students’ understanding of sustainability and climate action.

A key feature of the new phase is the integration of UN-Habitat’s PAAPAM initiative, which enhances the Safe Walking and Cycling component already included in the CMP learning programme.

The addition is expected to equip learners with practical knowledge on safe mobility, environmental responsibility and sustainable urban living.

Speaking during the launch, Schneider Electric East Africa Country President Ifeanyi Odoh said the second phase marks a significant step in empowering young people to take meaningful climate action.

“Phase Two of Conserve My Planet represents an exciting evolution of our commitment to empowering young people with the knowledge and confidence to take meaningful climate action. The enthusiasm we’ve seen from students reassures us that Kenya’s youth are ready to lead the transition toward safer, more sustainable and energy-conscious communities,” he said.

The CMP programme was first introduced in Kenya in 2025 under Schneider Electric’s global Youth Impact Through Learning Initiative.

It focuses on equipping high school students with both theoretical and practical knowledge on sustainability, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management and responsible environmental practices.

The second phase also benefits from lessons learned during its initial rollout at St Augustine Secondary School in Mlolongo, where 2,907 students participated.

These insights have helped refine the curriculum, improve student engagement and strengthen collaboration with schools and community stakeholders.

Locally, the programme is implemented by the Theresia & Fidelis Foundation, which works closely with schools to deliver hands-on learning experiences such as environmental audits, innovation challenges and community-based activities.

Foundation founder Terri Nthanga said the programme’s growth and the involvement of new partners highlight the importance of investing in sustainable education.

“With the strengthened curriculum and the addition of the UN-Habitat PAAPAM initiative, we are equipping students to not only understand sustainability, but to live it, lead it and inspire others,” she said.

The CMP programme is set to run for two years in Kenya, targeting about 3,500 students across Machakos County as it seeks to nurture a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders.