The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Nairobi undertook a full carbon audit of its operations as part of its wider sustainability and climate responsibility agenda. The audit covered Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions across the embassy’s office activities, including energy consumption, staff commuting, official travel, procurement, and waste. The resulting emissions profile was used to develop a practical drawdown strategy aimed at reducing the embassy’s operational carbon footprint in alignment with the Netherlands’ international climate objectives. The initiative contributes to broader capacity-building efforts in the region by setting a precedent for how diplomatic missions can lead by example in environmental stewardship.
Project Sustainability Features
- Comprehensive audit of direct and indirect emissions (Scopes 1–3)
- Focus areas included energy, mobility, procurement, and waste
- Development of a structured drawdown plan to guide decision-making
- Prioritised measures in efficiency, renewable energy, travel policy, and behavioural change
- Serves as a model for institutional climate leadership within diplomatic missions
UGC Services Provided:
Scope 1–3 carbon audit
Emissions baseline assessment
Drawdown strategy development
Recommendations for phased implementation
Project Info
Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
Square Meters
- N/A
Completion Date
- Ongoing
Certification
- Operational carbon footprint reduction aligned with Dutch government goals
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