Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Solar Cookstoves Among Female Farmers in Malawi: Adoption Rates and Energy Savings Metrics,

Katambo Chokweo, University of Malawi Chinyika Chiyawa, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) Phiri Kamanga, Department of Research, Mzuzu University Musonda Mulenga, Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18895429
Published: July 18, 2009

Abstract

Solar cookstoves have been promoted to female farmers in Malawi as a sustainable alternative to traditional open-fire cooking methods. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys and focus group discussions with randomly selected female farmers in Malawi’s rural areas. The study found that adoption rates of solar cookstoves among female farmers were moderate (35%), with significant energy savings ranging from 40% to 60% per meal compared to traditional cooking methods. While solar cookstoves showed promise in reducing fuel consumption, their wider uptake requires further incentives and community engagement strategies. Government policies should include subsidies for purchasing solar cookstoves and community-based initiatives to promote adoption among female farmers.

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Katambo Chokweo, Chinyika Chiyawa, Phiri Kamanga, Musonda Mulenga (2009). Solar Cookstoves Among Female Farmers in Malawi: Adoption Rates and Energy Savings Metrics,. African Oral History Quarterly, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18895429

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African GeographyFemale FarmersSustainable DevelopmentMixed-Methods ApproachEnergy MetricsAdoption RatesRenewable Technologies

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