Enhancing Efficient Energy Coping Mechanisms in Olio Sub-County, Eastern Uganda
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This field attachment programme aimed at disseminating the
MSc. study findings and train women and local artisans in
constructing improved cook stoves. The programme thus
provided an opportunity to the community to discuss the issues
affecting them with regard to fuel wood. It also provided an
opportunity to obtain tangible practical skills in construction of
fuel efficient cook stoves using locally available materials.
Through this project, it has been demonstrated that it is possible
for rural households to construct and utilise fuel efficient cook
stoves. Owing to this project, collaboration between blacksmiths
and potteryists in Oburin parish was initiated leading to the
formation of Oburin Stoves Enterprise (OSE). The OSE is
aimed at diversifying community income sources, protect the
environment, improve household stability and health. This
project has also shown that communities can take action if
provided with timely information and startup inspiration.
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