The Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company (ELDOWAS) has earned a global recognition for its commitment to secure water through world class climate action.
On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, the company was recognized as an International Water Association (IWA) Climate Smart Utility.
While announcing the award, ELDOWAS said “This prestigious global accolade affirms our commitment to securing water for the ‘City of Champions’ through world-class climate action”.
“This success is a direct testament to our transformative partnership with the The Nature Conservancy in Africa and Water Funds for Africa through the Eldoret-Iten Water Fund (EIWF) and the dedicated communities of the Cherangany and Elgeyo Hills,” it added.
For years, the Eldoret-based public utility has embraced innovative ways that focuses on nature-based solutions.
They include planting over 1 million trees, rehabilitating degraded catchments, and restoring critical wetlands like Tirich-Kamwareb to naturally filter and regulate water flow.
The company has also been partnering with over 13,000 upstream farmers to implement sustainable soil conservation practices to reduce siltation and runoff into rivers, making treatment easier and cheaper.
In addition, ELDOWAS has been enhancing dry-season streamflow and increasing water availability for both urban customers and rural livelihoods.
“This award is also a nod to our leadership in creating a sustainable finance model (EIWF) that brings together public, private, and community partners to jointly invest in water security for the long term,” the company said.
It also affirmed that it remains committed to a secure and climate-smart future for all its customers.
