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Adaptation of the Biomass Rocket Stove for Ethiopian conditions

Localizing efficient cookstove technology for Ethiopia

ERG (with Approvecho) produced, tested and adapted the biomass Rocket Stove for institutional and household uses in Ethiopia. ERG prepared the stove production manual and trained stove producers in three regional states of the country.

Client

GIZ Ethiopia

Year

2007-2008

Duration

5 months

Location

Three regional states, Ethiopia

Objectives

  • Adapt Rocket Stove for Ethiopian conditions
  • Test stoves for institutional and household use
  • Develop production manual
  • Train stove producers across regions

Outcomes

  • Adapted Rocket Stove designs
  • Production manual for local manufacturers
  • Training program for three regional states
  • Capacity building for stove production