Vita's Lorena Stove is a smokeless stove that can be constructed with locally available materials and reduces the occurrence of respiratory illnesses associated with smoke inhalation.
Primary Function: To reduce smoke inhalation from open, campfire-style cooking.
Targeted Beneficiaries: Families who cook indoors and/or are exposed to harmful smoke while cooking campfire-style.
Need Addressed: Lack of access to clean and efficient cooking methods.
Uniqueness: This stove is smokeless and is easy to build and maintain.
Dimensions: See instructions under 'Resources'
User Requirements: See instructions under 'Resources'
Resources: http://tecnoconect.org/PDFs/VitaLorenaStove.pdf
Approximate Cost: Dependent on local cost of materials, but instructions estimate approximately $10.
Geographic Coverage: Developed in Guatemala, can be constructed anywhere.
Distributor: Plans available from Volunteers in Technical Assistance (VITA)
Primary Contacts: info@enterpriseworks.org
Languages Spoken: English
Phone Number: 703-276-1800
Physical Address: 1600 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1030 Arlington, VA 22209
Website: http://www.volunteersforprosperity.gov/busorg/profiles/volunteers-technical-assistance.php
Other Information and Links: http://www.enterpriseworks.org/
Vita's Lorena Stove is a smokeless stove that can be constructed with locally available materials and reduces the occurrence of respiratory illnesses associated with smoke inhalation.
