It is one month after Nkurunziza Nicolas brought in modern Cook stoves that he said are different from the cookstoves made in Rwanda.
New Cookstoves were made in United States of America by the company called “Envirofit” and they were imported in three categories.
IGIHE learnt that the imported stoves include those that utilize charcoal, woods and cookstoves meant for big institutions including hotels, schools, etc.
Speaking to this site, Nkurunziza confirmed that these cookstoves are environmental friendly adding that they are also energy saving stoves.
He said “These stoves use small amount of energy compare to the existing ones that most of Rwandans use.”
Nkurunziza added that these stoves are internationally recognized noting that many people from different countries use them.
He further explained that he imported these stoves after finding that they can contribute to environment protection.
He said “While the Government of Rwanda puts more effort in protecting environment, I found that it is everyone’s concern to play a role in Environment conservation.”
Nkurunziza launched Energy Saving Stoves Ltd which partners with a US based Envirofit to provide those stoves.
He narrated his family experience where they used to utilize four sacks of cooking charcoal in one month; however after new stoves they use only two sacks.
“At home we used to consume four sacks of charcoal in a one month costing us between 28,000 Rwf and 32,000 Rwf. It was a heavy burden to us.”
A study that was conducted in US has found that saved energy from 60% to 80% of the cost spent on cooking charcoal.
Those interested in buying these cookstoves may contact Nkurunziza on the following address: +250788646930; +250788556165, or e-mail to reachyouthrwanda@yahoo.com
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