Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Natural Resources & Peace Faculty of Environment & Resources Development.
2023
Egerton University, Njoro, Kenya
Department of Natural Resources
Master of Science (MSc) Specialisation in Rural Development Studies
2002
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Uppsala, Sweden
Department of Rural Development Studies
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Natural Resources Management
1999
Egerton University, Njoro, Kenya,
Department of Natural Resources,
Professional Training
- Refresher Training on Integration of Extended Producer Responsibility in EIA/EA, Environmental Institute of Kenya, 2024
- Training on Laying Ground for a Comprehensive ESG Course, Environmental Institute of Kenya, 2024
- Refresher Course Certificate in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, Environmental Institute of Kenya, 2021
- Post Graduate Certificate in Computer Assisted Oil Spill Environmental Impact Assessment in Land & Water, Wessex Institute of Technology Southampton, UK, 2019
- Postgraduate Certificate (7.5 ECT) in Gender in Rural Entrepreneurship, Swedish University of Agricultural Science & University of Dar Es Salam, 2018
- Postgraduate Certificate (3.5 ECT) in Science and Leadership for Transforming Institutions, Swedish University of Agricultural Science & University of Dar Es Salam, 2017
- Post Graduate Certificate of Merit in Proposal Writing and Research Writing, INASP / AuthorAID, 2017
- Post Graduate Certificate of Merit in Environmental Audit, Kenya National Cleaner Production Centre, 2004
Research Projects
| Title | Position | Publications | Duration |
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| Impacts of Large Infrastructure Projects on Biodiversity Conservation & Climate Change: The Case Study of Large Scale Irrigation Farming within Galana Kulalu Ranch in Kenya | Co-Principal Investigator | 2 | 2023 to present |
| Sustainable use of land & Natural Resources to enhance food security in Kenya: Nyumba Foundation Galana Kulalu Food Security Project | Technical Team Lead & Co-Principal Investigator | 2 | 2022 to 2024 |
| Impacts of Large-Scale Infrastructure Developments on Coastal Biodiversity: A Case of LAPSSET Infrastructure Project in Lamu, Kenya | Principal Investigator | 1 | 2023 |
| Environmental and Social Impact Assessment: Identification and prevention of conflicts in renewable energy projects in Kenya | Principal Investigator | 5 | 2015 - 2023 |
MemberShip
- Registered and Licensed Lead Expert in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environmental Audit (EA), National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Kenya.
- Lead Practicing Member, Environmental Institute of Kenya (EIK).
- Member, International Association of Impact Assessors (IAIA).
- Member, Environmental Peace Building Association (EnPAx).
- Participating Member, Affordable Energy for Humanity (AE4H) Global Challenge Initiative, Domain IV: Environmental & Human Dimensions of Energy Transitions.
- Member and Mentee, International Support Network for African Development (ISNAD-Africa) 2018/2019.
Publications
- Mose, R. K., Omenge, P. M., Mulupi, L. M., Yeri, J. K., Manwa, P. M., & Wairimu, H. M. (2024). Stakeholder perspectives on potential effects of irrigation agriculture on wildlife conservation: The case study of irrigation farming within Galana Kulalu Ranch in Kenya. Sustainability and Biodiversity Conservation, 3(2), pp In Press.
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Omenge, P. M. (2023). Evaluation of the effectiveness of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) in conflict identification and prevention for renewable energy projects in Kenya [Doctoral dissertation].
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Click here for more - Omenge, P. M., Obwoyere, G. O., Eshiamwata, G. W., & Makindi, S. M. (2022). A review of the quality of environmental and social impact statements: The case of geothermal energy projects in Kenya. East African Journal of Environment and Natural Resources, 5(2), 144-163. Click here for more
- Omenge, P. M., Aungo, J. B., Maritim, Z. K., Okumu, J., & Abdallah, S. (2022). Compliance with environmental and social safeguards by large infrastructure projects: The case of Lamu Port and associated road infrastructure projects implemented under LAPSSET. East African Journal of Environment and Natural Resources, 5(2), 66-85. Click here for more
- Omenge, P. M., Obwoyere, G. O., Eshiamwata, G. W., Makindi, S. M., & Nathwani, J. (2022). Improving quality of environmental and social impact assessment reports: A statistical analysis. International Journal of Environmental Impacts: Management, Mitigation and Recovery, 5(2), 146-160. Click here for more
- Omenge, P. M., Obwoyere, G. O., Eshiamwata, G. W., Makindi, S. M., & Nathwani, J. (2020). Environmental and social impact assessment procedural steps that underpin conflict identification: Reference to renewable energy resource development in Kenya. International Journal of Energy Production and Management, 5(2), 157-174. Click here for more
- Omenge, P. M., Eshiamwata, G. W., Makindi, S. M., & Obwoyere, G. O. (2019). Public participation in Environmental Impact Assessment and its substantive contribution to environmental risk management: Insights from EIA practitioners and other stakeholders in Kenya’s renewable energy sub-sector. WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment, 237, 133-144. Click here for more
- Omenge, P. M., Obwoyere, G. O., Makindi, S. M., & Eshiamwata, G. W. (2018). Renewable Energy Resource Development and Procedural Application of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Tool: Lessons from Kenya. In 2nd International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini Grids to Improve Energy Access Book of Abstracts & Programme (p. 155). University of the Balearic Islands, Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
- Omenge, P. M., Eshiamwata, G. W., Makindi, S. M., & Obwoyere, G. (2018). Renewable Energy Resource Development and Procedural Application of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Tool: Lessons from Kenya. Book of Abstracts, 2nd International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini Grids to Improve Energy Access, University of the Balearic Islands, Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
- Omenge, P. M. (2002). The Role of Butterfly Farming in Forest Conservation and Community Development [Master's thesis]. Click here for more
Grants and Awards
| Awards | Awarding Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Travel & Conference Grant to attend 7th Africa Agri Expo, Nairobi, Kenya | Nyumba Foundation, Kenya | 2024 |
| Travel Grant to Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute, Kabanyolo (MUARIK) & Kabanyolo Soybean | Nyumba Foundation, Kenya | 2023 |
| Travel Grant to Gabiro Agri Hub Project, Rwanda | Nyumba Foundation, Kenya | 2023 |
| Travel Grant to the 35th Edition of the International Agricultural Exhibition for Africa and the Middle East, Cairo, Egypt | Nyumba Foundation, Kenya | 2023 |
| Travel Grant to Swami Agri Irrigation Project, Senegal | SenegIndia, Senegal & Nyumba Foundation, Kenya | 2023 |
| Research Grant & Consultancy to assess Impacts of Large-Scale Infrastructure Developments on Coastal Biodiversity: A Case of LAPSSET Infrastructure Project in Lamu, Kenya | World Wide Fund for Nature Kenya (WWF-Kenya) | 2023 |
| Travel & Conference Grant to present at 3rd International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini-Grids to Improve Energy Access | The University of Balearic Islands, Palma Mallorca, Spain / University of Waterloo, Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Energy (WISE), Canada | 2021 |
| Small Grant for Postgraduate Short Course Training at Wessex Institute of Technology, UK | Corrugated Group, Kenya | 2019 |
| Travel & Conference Grant to present at The 8th International Conference on Energy & Sustainability | University of Coimbra, Portugal / University of Waterloo, Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Energy (WISE), Canada & Sigtuna Consultancy, Kenya | 2019 |
| Small Grant for Postgraduate Short Course at University of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania | Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Sweden | 2018 |
| Travel & Conference Grant to present at 2nd International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini-Grids to Improve Energy Access | University of Balearic Islands, Palma Mallorca, Spain / Waterloo University, Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Energy (WISE), Canada | 2018 |
| Small Grant for Postgraduate Short Course Training at University of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania | SLU, IFS & RUFORUM | 2017 |
| PhD Studentship | Egerton University, Njoro, Kenya / Sigtuna Consultancy & Corrugated Group, Kenya | 2015 |
| Travel Grant | Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) & Sveriges Lantbruksuniversiten (SLU), Sweden | 2002 |
| MSc Thesis Research Grant | Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) & Sveriges Lantbruksuniversiten (SLU), Sweden | 2001 |
| Grant for MSc Field Course in Namibia | Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Sweden | 2001 |
| MSc Tuition Scholarship | Uppsala, Sweden / Sveriges Lantbruksuniversite (SLU), Sweden | 2000 |
Conferences and Workshops
- 19th – 20th February 2024: 7th Africa Agri Expo, Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi, Kenya.
- 24th - 26th October 2023: 2nd Annual Environmental Institute of Kenya (EIK) National Environmental Conference at Pride Inn Flamingo Hotel, Mombasa, Kenya.
- 15th - 17th September 2023: SAHARA the 35th International Exhibition for Agriculture and Food for Africa and the Middle East, Egypt International Exhibition Center - EIEC, Cairo, Egypt.
- 24th & 25th November 2022: 1st Environmental Institute of Kenya (EIK) National Environmental Conference at Panari Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.
- 24th & 25th November 2021: National Research Fund National Research Conference “Sustainable use of land and natural resources to enhance food security in Kenya” held virtually.
- 3rd - 5th July 2019: 8th International Conference on Energy and Sustainability, held at ITeCons - Institute for Research and Technological Development in Construction, Energy, Environment and Sustainability, University of Coimbra, Portugal. I presented a paper titled “Public Participation in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and its substantive contribution in environmental risk management: insights from EIA practitioners and other stakeholders in Kenya’s renewable energy sub-sector.”
- 17th - 19th October 2018: 2nd International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini Grids to improve energy access, held at the University of the Balearic Islands, Palma de Mallorca, Spain. I was fully sponsored by The Waterloo Institute of Sustainable Energy (WISE), Canada under the Affordable Energy for Humanity (AE4H) Program. I contributed an abstract to the Book of Abstracts titled ‘Renewable Energy Resource Development and Procedural Application of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Tool: Lessons from Kenya’ and also presented a poster on this abstract.