The National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) has launched a nationwide clean cooking initiative to accelerate the transition to green energy and minimize Uganda’s reliance on charcoal and firewood for cooking.
Through intense research and innovation, NREP is holding workshops in various districts to showcase clean cooking equipment and teach locals how to use them.
The Impact of Climate Change
Uganda is already feeling the effects of climate change, with prolonged dry seasons resulting from deforestation as people cut down trees for firewood and charcoal. Dr. Nicholas Mukisa, National Coordinator of NREP, emphasizes that cooking with firewood is 10 times worse than smoking and that firewood costs schools 50 million shillings per term.
Promoting Clean Cooking Solutions
NREP’s main objective is to promote safe, efficient, and eco-friendly cooking solutions that protect the health and environment of Ugandans. The organization is leveraging modern technology to introduce clean cooking equipment, including:
Solar Cookers: Using solar energy to cook food
Solar-Aided Cookers: Combining solar energy with other cooking methods
Improved Biomass Cookstoves: Efficient and environmentally friendly cookstoves
Ethanol Cookers: Using ethanol as a clean cooking fuel
Biogas Systems: Converting organic waste into biogas for cooking
Air Fryers: Healthy and efficient cooking with minimal oil
Upcoming Workshop in Hoima City
After a successful clean cooking campaign in Mbarara City, NREP is set to hold another workshop in Hoima City. The workshop, which is scheduled for March 10th-14th, 2025, will feature:
Learning about Clean Cooking Technologies: Understanding the benefits and uses of clean cooking equipment
Hands-on Cooking Demonstrations: Practical experience with clean cooking technologies
Engaging with Community Leaders: Discussing the importance of clean cooking and its impact on the community
By promoting clean cooking solutions, NREP is contributing to Uganda’s transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sector.
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