Equity Bank-Backed Eco-Stoves Reach Communities as 600,000 Improved Cookstoves Are Distributed Across Uganda
The distribution of 600,000 fuel-efficient eco-stoves in Uganda is helping rural households reduce cooking costs and health risks associated with indoor air pollution. The initiative aims to combat deforestation and improve energy access in regions heavily reliant on biomass.
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This project addresses the dual challenge of environmental degradation and public health, providing a scalable model for sustainable development in rural Africa.
Fatimah Nanfuma a restaurant owner in Namatala, Mbale City preparing a meal for her customers using the improved cookstoves.
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