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August 2022

Ken Armijo preparing to solar-roast his chiles using heliostats, 8-8-22.png

Preparing to solar-roast New Mexican chiles using heliostats

WHO updated reports on household air pollution and fuel type comparative data

July 2022

300 children participated at the Suryakumbh 2022 event in Bengaluru, India

The LiFE international collaboration is seeking scientific and scalable ideas that can nudge individuals or households to adopt climate-friendly behaviors in their daily lives

2022 Clean Cooking Alliance Women Leaders Award: Call for Nominations

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Solar cooking power and zero-waste for high altitude shrines in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, India

Solar Cookers International hosts Side Event at the United Nations High-level Political Forum 2022

Students hear from FoST founder Sanu Kaji Shrestha at a training about the many aspects of sustainable cooking in Nepal

June 2022

World Environment Day was celebrated with the minister for water resources, Tulsi Silawat, and SCI Associate, Janak McGilligan

Featured international events

NEW: Niti Aayog: LiFE Global Call for Ideas and Papers (Applications Close: 31st December 2022, 11:59 PM IST) - The international group is seeking scientific and scalable ideas that can nudge individuals or households to adopt climate-friendly behaviors in their daily lives which, when accumulated globally, can significantly contribute to climate change. Prime Minister of India Shri. Narendra Modi launched the initiative on 5th June 2022, joined by leaders such as Mr Bill Gates, Co-Chairman of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Lord Nicholas Stern, Climate Economist; Prof. Cass Sunstein, Co-author of Nudge Theory; Ms Inger Andersen, UNEP Global Head; Mr Achim Steiner, UNDP Global Head and Mr David Malpass, World Bank President and others. More program and application information at: https://www.niti.gov.in/life#applications

NEW: 26-27 October 2022 (Kigali, Rwanda) 3rd Annual ReEnergy Africa Summit - Powering Business in Africa: Renewables Beyond Subsidies and Emerging Markets - The summit will take place at the Kigali Marriot Hotel, and will be the first summit with an in-person format with a virtual attendance option. ReEnergy Africa Summit - 2022 Agenda. A landmark global gathering event bringing people together to take stock of progress, showcase success and identify solutions to achieve faster, broader gains towards sustainable and affordable clean energy for all. It serves as a platform to broker new partnerships, spur investment, address challenges and drive actions towards clean energy transition and the realization of SDG7 in Africa by 2030. In-person and virtual registration information...

12-14 July 2023 (A Coruña, Spain): CONSOLFOOD2023 - Organizers have released a first call for abstracts to participate in the Fifth International Conference, taking place in Spain in 2023 as an in-person conference. The deadline for submission is 15 December 2022. More submittal information...

Online events

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France

NEW: 20-21 August 2022: Solar cooking gathering - An informal get-together for solar enthusiasts and solar cooking newcomers in Lodève, France. Click on the image for more information..

NEW: Sunday 28 August 2022: Solar cooker demonstration - FOUR SOLAIRE - (English version) will be demonstrating solar cookers at their location in Sorède, France.

Ghana

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11-13 October 2022 (Accra, Ghana): Clean Cooking Forum - Save the Date Join the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) and partners from around the world for the clean cooking sector’s flagship event taking place in Accra, Ghana. Co-hosted by CCA and the Government of Ghana. More details and registration information to come.

Rwanda

NEW: 26-27 October 2022 (Kigali, Rwanda) 3rd Annual ReEnergy Africa Summit - Powering Business in Africa: Renewables Beyond Subsidies and Emerging Markets - The summit will take place at the Kigali Marriot Hotel, and will be the first summit with an in-person format with a virtual attendance option. ReEnergy Africa Summit - 2022 Agenda. A landmark global gathering event bringing people together to take stock of progress, showcase success and identify solutions to achieve faster, broader gains towards sustainable and affordable clean energy for all. It serves as a platform to broker new partnerships, spur investment, address challenges and drive actions towards clean energy transition and the realization of SDG7 in Africa by 2030. In-person and virtual registration information...

Senegal

NEW: 3-7 October 2022 (Dakar): Week for Sustainable Mobility and Climate 2022- The CODATU Association, CETUD and the Climate Chance Association are joining forces to organize this event, which will aim to bring together the community of African mobility and climate actors, and facilitate exchanges with other international experts. The call for contributions aims to identify best practices, innovative and replicable on the largest scale in Africa and on a global scale. Local authorities, businesses, NGOs, trade unions, scientists, representatives from agricultural, youth, women and indigenous organizations, educators, citizens are invited to present. Presentation application...

Spain

12-14 July 2023 (A Coruña, Spain): CONSOLFOOD2023 - Organizers have released a first call for abstracts to participate in the Fifth International Conference, taking place in Spain in 2023 as an in-person conference. The deadline for submission is 15 December 2022. More submittal information...

Awards and grants

NEW: 2022 Clean Cooking Women Leaders Award: Call for Nominations - The Clean Cooking Alliance is pleased to announce that applications for the 2022 Clean Cooking Women Leaders Award (WLA) are now open. In previous years, CCA had a solo award winner for the WLA. The nomination process will begin on Wednesday, July 6, and run through Sunday, August 14. Applicants may nominate themselves or nominate others who fit the qualification criteria. Learn more about the nomination process and requirements, . For all inquiries, please contact partnerships@cleancooking.org. With the new iteration of the WLA, CCA would like to recognize three individuals in the following categories who are advancing clean cooking solutions in emerging markets:

Policy, advocacy, research
Business leadership and entrepreneurship
Female youth (Ages 18-30)

Modern Cooking Facility for Africa (MCFA) Call for Proposals 2022 (post application deadline): Applications were due 21 June 2022 (EN/FR) - Private cooking service companies interested in expanding their business of offering affordable, high quality and energy-efficient clean cooking services in the listed project countries of the Modern Cooking Facility for Africa program (MCFA) can apply for funding from NEFCO. Applicants passing the Pre-Qualification stage will be invited to the Final Application stage in Autumn 2022. The first funding round will support projects in six Sub-Saharan African countries; the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. More information...

Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards (EN/FR/ES/AR) - To apply and learn more, see the following link: Applications due 31 July 2022. These awards aim to showcase real solutions for a more just, equal and healthy planet. Previous initiatives recognized have included women-owned and operated energy cooperatives in Germany, female entrepreneurial “energy shop” initiatives in Mozambique and human rights-based relocation planning in the Carteret Islands. Initiatives will be weighed against criteria aimed to measure contributions to gender equality, resilience and sustainability. Winning projects will ideally work across all of the key result areas, though the organizers note that not all projects will be in a position/stage to meet each and every criteria. Due to existing inequalities and a lack of available resources globally, priority will be given to women-led initiatives, recognizing that programs do not necessarily need to be women-led to be gender just. The three award winners each receive 5,000 EUR in prize money. (Applications in English, French, Spanish, and Arabic)

Roddenberry Catalyst Fund: Applications accepted anytime (EN) - The Catalyst Fund is geared towards small and/or early-stage ideas and projects that need a capital infusion to launch or prove viability. Catalyst awardees are typically piloting a program, venturing into new territory, on the cusp of launching, or pivoting in a new direction. The Catalyst Fund makes grants between $2,500–$15,000 to anyone, anywhere in the world addressing pressing global challenges. You can have 25 years of experience or be just starting out. You can be working alone, with a team, as part of a non-profit organization, a social enterprise, or a for-profit corporation. See the following link for more information: https://roddenberryfoundation.org/our-work/catalyst-fund/#faq

LUSH Charity Pot Grants: Applications accepted anytime (EN/FR/ES) - Charity Pot grants support small, grassroots organizations in North America and around the world that are working on the root cause of issues and creating long-term sustainable change. [They] support organizations working in areas of animal protection, environmental justice, and human rights....Applications are submitted via an online granting system asking about your organization’s purpose, main activities, governance structure and annual revenue. Additionally, a description of the project that you’re seeking funding for is requested along with an itemized budget, timeline and how the project’s success will be measured. Our support ranges from a few thousand dollars to a maximum of $15,000 per project. Applications available in English, French, and Spanish. See the following link for more information: https://www.lushusa.com/stories/article_funding-and-application-guidelines.html
GEF Small Grants Programme: Applications accepted anytime (EN) - SGP grants are made directly to community-based organizations (CBOs) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in recognition of the key role they play as a resource and constituency for environment and development concerns. The maximum grant amount per project is US$50,000, but averages around US$25,000. In this way, SGP complements the large and medium-sized GEF project funding by providing a window for the direct participation of NGOs, local communities, and other grassroots organizations. How to apply..., and find your national coordinator

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August 2022

(EVENT) France: 20-21 August 2022 (Lodève): An informal get-together for solar enthusiasts and solar cooking newcomers in Lodève. See the main listing, and click image for more information
USA: Preparing to solar-roast New Mexican chiles using heliostats - Gastro Obscura
Tanzania: UDSM engineer Mlele invents solar powered cooking stove - IPPMedia
Household air pollution: WHO updated reports on household air pollution and fuel type comparative data
Solar cooker design: Joe Bradley provides an update of Sun Buckets development
Camping: Reviews for the best solar powered camping gadgets, of course with a solar cooker
Algeria: Preparing local dishes with solar cookers
Haiti: Eliesheriff Joseph conducts a summer camp solar cooking workshop

July 2022

Ghana: Kpedze SHS wins Volta Regional renewable energy contest - Joy Online
Testing: The most mathematically efficient solar cooker designs - TechXplore
Nigeria: Gifts for innovation, from France to Nigeria - Punch
India: 300 children participated at the Suryakumbh 2022 event in Bengaluru, India
Request for proposals: - The LiFE international collaboration is seeking scientific and scalable ideas that can nudge individuals or households to adopt climate-friendly behaviors in their daily lives. (Applications close: 31 December 2022)
(EVENT) France: Solar cooker demonstration - Sunday, 28 August 2022 (Sorède, France): FOUR SOLAIRE will be demonstrating solar cookers at their business location in Sorède
Awards and grants: 2022 Clean Cooking Alliance Women Leaders Award: Call for Nominations
Spain: CONSOLFOOD 2023 Chairman Celestino Ruivohas has released additional information on participating at next year's event
India: Solar cooking power and zero-waste for high altitude shrines in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, India
Solar cooker design: Mother Earth News DIY solar oven project
(EVENT) USA: Solar cooker exhibition - Thursday, 11 August 2022 1:00pm-10:00pm PST (Las Vegas, Nevada): Toxic BBQ is hosting an exhibition showcasing hacker-made solar and alternative fuel cookers at Sunset Park, Pavilion F. Join us under nature's heat lamp to cook, heat, and sizzle delectable delights
United Nations: Solar Cookers International hosts Side Event at the United Nations High-level Political Forum 2022
Nepal: Student training in Swostishree Gurukul, Nepal provided by FoST
Direct PV cooking: MECS Final Report Revisions: A summary of Pete Schwartz's work funded by UK Aid over the last 2.5 years
Interview: Luther Kruger interviews Tom Hoffman of Solar Z about his cooking appliance

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