Project Name:
E-cookstoves assessment in Lao PDR
Location:
Vientiane, Laos
Year of Completion:
2023
Sector:
Energy Efficiency
Project Summary
The study investigated the challenges and opportunities associated with replacing traditional cooking methods with e-cooking solutions in Laos. Traditional methods contribute to indoor air pollution and pose health risks, but cultural habits and economic factors hinder the adoption of cleaner alternatives. This project builds on prior work to analyze the current economic landscape of e-cooking, assess the compatibility of e-cooking with Lao cuisine, and provide recommendations for facilitating a sustainable transition.
Key Objectives
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Assess the economic viability of e-cooking compared to traditional methods.
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Evaluate the compatibility of e-cooking technologies with Lao cuisine and cooking practices.
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Identify key barriers and opportunities for transitioning to e-cooking.
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Provide recommendations for promoting the adoption of e-cooking solutions.
Key Objectives
Outcomes
Key Objectives
The project's findings highlight the economic competitiveness of e-cooking and its compatibility with Lao cuisine. It also identifies key barriers to adoption, such as upfront costs and cultural perceptions, and provides recommendations for promoting e-cooking solutions in Laos.
Key Stakeholders
SNV Laos
Project Details
Start Date:
March 2023
Implementing Partner:
SNV Laos
End Date:
July 2023
Status:
Completed
