[Stoves] HEDON Newsletter (30/11/2011)

Thu Dec 1 10:03:25 CST 2011

Welcome to the November issue of the HEDON newsletter.
In this issue:
HEDON features of the month
Latest News from around the World
Events
Jobs
Courses
Offers
Requests

HEDON features of the month

Boiling Point 59 Released

The new issue, "Energy in Conflict and Emergency Relief", has been released and is making its way to your doorsteps. You can read the articles online now at: http://hedon.info/BP:Latest+Issue

Or if you would like to receive a physical copy please contact us <http://www.hedon.info/contact+us> .

The Return of LondonRIG

After a long break, the London group will return with a meeting on the 15th of December. We will be holding this festive gathering to talk about this years events and discuss what comes next in 2012, the international year of sustainable energy for all!

The London Regional Interest Group was started as an informal grouping of people, working in the Household Energy Sector in developing countries, to share their knowledge and discuss current issues.

We're in search of speakers and household energy enthusiasts to take part in this meeting. So if you're based in, or happen to be travelling to London in December and are interested in giving an informal presentation then contact us <http://hedon.info/contact+us?bl=y> ! For more information visit http://www.hedon.info/LondonRIG_15Dec2011

Energy for All: make your point

HEDON has joined a diverse group of 71 civil society organisations from Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa to call on EU leaders to commit to eradicating energy poverty and achieving universal energy access by 2030.

Helen Marsh, Leader of the 'Make Your Point' campaign at Practical Action said: “We often take access to energy for granted in this part of the world and it’s easy to forget how much we rely on it for daily life and work. This campaign gets people to think about the importance of energy access for people in developing countries, and the vital role it plays in alleviating poverty.”

To make YOUR point visit: http://www.hedon.info/energy+for+all

International Conference on Heat Engines: call for papers

"Low-cost, electricity generating heat engines for rural areas."
A conference being held in the East Midlands, UK, is inviting papers that discuss technology, mass manufacturing or the social context associated with the supply of electricity to rural areas using heat engines.

For more information, and to submit a paper please visit: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/lmh/call-for-papers.aspx

News

Africa Industrialization Day Highlights Importance of Energy Access <http://hedon.info/article2659> 

Published: Wed 30 of Nov., 2011 14:02 UTC

The UN's Africa Industrialization Day 2011 stressed the need for access to clean, modern energy services to contribute to achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), and particularly to reducing poverty in the region.

Wood Fires Fuel Climate Change, says UN <http://hedon.info/article2658> 

Published: Wed 30 of Nov., 2011 11:08 UTC

Log burning and diesel vehicles two of the biggest culprits in developed world in generating pollution causing black carbon, which, in large quanitities causes short term climate change.

StoveTeam International November Newsletter <http://hedon.info/article2657> 

Published: Wed 30 of Nov., 2011 10:29 UTC

Volunteer Trip a Success: November started out with the announcement of Nancy's receipt of the prestigious Purpose Prize, and only a few days later a volunteer team left for Honduras.

Members of the European Parliament Visit Kenya <http://hedon.info/article2654> 

Published: Thu 24 of Nov., 2011 16:56 UTC

In September 2011, three Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) travelled to Kenya to see the reality of energy poverty, and the impact of energy access, first hand, as part of the Energy for All 2030 project.

Darfur Stoves Project: Brewing Hope in Ethiopia <http://hedon.info/article2650> 

Published: Fri 18 of Nov., 2011 09:50 UTC

Laying the groundwork in Ethiopia, Debra Stein reports from the field.

Nigeria Heading for Total Darkness <http://hedon.info/article2649> 

Published: Fri 18 of Nov., 2011 09:33 UTC

It is only a matter of days before the entire country is thrown into total darkness, following a strike embarked on by workers in the Nigerian power sector.

Solar-Powered Inflatable Lantern from LuminAid <http://hedon.info/article2648> 

Published: Thu 17 of Nov., 2011 10:36 UTC

It originated in a design studio at Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, which focused on designing disaster relief aid and infrastructure for post-earthquake Haiti.

World Energy Outlook 2011, Released 9th November <http://hedon.info/article2647> 

Published: Thu 17 of Nov., 2011 10:26 UTC

The 2011 edition of the World Energy Outlook was released on 9 November, bringing together the latest data and policy developments to provide robust analysis and insight into global energy markets.

New Analysis of Carbon Accounting, Biomass Use  <http://hedon.info/article2646> & Climate Benefits

Published: Thu 17 of Nov., 2011 10:00 UTC

A recent report provides new ideas surrounding carbon and energy benefits forests and forest products provide, looking at the most recent science regarding carbon accounting, biomass use, and carbon offsets.

Barbados to Diversify  <http://hedon.info/article2645> & Promote Renewables with IDB Loan

Published: Thu 17 of Nov., 2011 09:26 UTC

The Inter-American Development Bank has approved a US$70 million loan to help Barbados reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, helping save US$600 million in oil imports over a 20-year period.

Civil Society Call: Energy for All 2030 <http://hedon.info/article2644> 

Published: Wed 16 of Nov., 2011 11:38 UTC

HEDON has joined a diverse group of 71 civil society organisations from Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa to call on EU leaders to commit to eradicating energy poverty and achieving universal energy access by 2030.

14 Projects Funded by Standard Bank Group : Africa Partnership Using Carbon Credits <http://hedon.info/article2643> 

Published: Wed 16 of Nov., 2011 09:14 UTC

SBG is facilitating grants to numerous projects across Africa, from non-fossil fuelled cooking stoves in Burkina Faso, urban composting in Mozambique, solar heaters in Mauritius and a wind energy in Kenya.

Envirofit Introduces Improved Charcoal Cook Stove to Ghanaian Market <http://hedon.info/article2642> 

Published: Tue 15 of Nov., 2011 13:00 UTC

Energy efficiency corporation, Envirofit, introduced Charcoal Cook stove in the Ghanaian market on Monday, aiming to improve environmental, economic and health benefits, while reducing pollution and dependency.

The South African 'Wonderbag' Soon to be UNFCCC Accredited <http://hedon.info/article2641> 

Published: Tue 15 of Nov., 2011 09:25 UTC

A South African project that initially attempted to tackle poverty has shown potential to mitigate the effects of climate change and is expanding beyond the country's borders.

Nigeria Powered by Locally Made Solar Panels <http://hedon.info/article2640> 

Published: Tue 15 of Nov., 2011 09:16 UTC

Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency will soon see 40 rural information technology centers powered by PV manufactured locally.

Energy for All, Make Your Point <http://hedon.info/article2639> 

Published: Mon 14 of Nov., 2011 15:32 UTC

With the UN Year of Sustainable Energy for All fast approaching, Practical Action have created a new online campaign that asks people to make their point in support of energy for all.

Four Pioneering New Papers on Health Impacts of Household Air Pollution <http://hedon.info/article2638> 

Published: Mon 14 of Nov., 2011 14:34 UTC

A recent 'stoves' newsletter from HEDON Patron Kirk Smith, releases four new papers. "We believe each paper is pioneering in this field, but please let me know if this is not true."

Wood Smoke from Cooking Fires Linked to Pneumonia, Cognitive Impacts <http://hedon.info/article2637> 

Published: Mon 14 of Nov., 2011 14:02 UTC

In two new studies led by University of California, Berkeley, researchers spotlight the human health effects of exposure to smoke from open fires and dirty cookstoves.

Carbon-Negative Stoves in Rwanda at Zero Cost? <http://hedon.info/article2636> 

Published: Fri 11 of Nov., 2011 12:11 UTC

Seeking to provide an alternative to brush-fueled cook fires, Inyenyeri aim to bring carbon-negative stoves into the majority of Rwandan homes at zero cost to rural users.

UN Secretary-General Names Members of High-Level Group on SE4ALL <http://hedon.info/article2635> 

Published: Mon 07 of Nov., 2011 10:17 UTC

Ban Ki-moon formally launched his High-level Group on Sustainable Energy for All, presenting his Vision Statement on the initiative and announcing the membership of the High-level Group.

Events

South African Department of Energy Side Event at COP17 <http://hedon.info/article2660> 

Date:
6 December 2011
Location:
Durban, South Africa

IEA Energy Efficiency Side Events at COP17 <http://hedon.info/article2653> 

Date:
29 November - 7 December 2011
Location:
Durban, South Africa

Assessing Opportunities of CDM Funding for Small Scale Clean Technologies <http://hedon.info/article2655> 

Date:
7 December 2011
Location:
South Africa

LondonRIG Festive Meeting <http://hedon.info/article2662> 

Date:
15 December 2011
Location:
London (Central), UK

Conference on  <http://hedon.info/article2628> "Low-cost, electricity generating heat engines for rural areas"

Date:
2 - 3 April 2012
Location:
Nottingham, UK

World Clean Technology Summit <http://hedon.info/article2661> 

Date:
26 - 28 September 2012
Location:
Kampala, Uganda

Jobs

Energy Poverty Program Development Advisor, Mercy Corps <http://hedon.info/article2615> 

End Date: Sat 10 of Dec., 2011

Location:
Washington (DC) or Cambridge (MA), USA
Role Description:
To provide strong technical advice and training in community energy products and value chains, working closely with the Mercy Corps Climate Change Director.

Courses

Master of Science in Energy Policy and Climate <http://hedon.info/article2651> 

End Date: Sun 08 of Jan., 2012

Date:
23 January - 5 May 2012
Location:
Washington, DC, USA
Description:
The Energy Policy and Climate Masters at Johns Hopkins University is currently seeking applicants, including for matriculation in the spring term.

Formulating Proposals for CDM Projects  <http://hedon.info/article2530> 

End Date: Wed 11 of Jan., 2012

Date:
19 March - 20 April 2012
Location:
The Netherlands
Description:
Formulating Proposals for CDM Projects and analyzing other options to finance sustainable energy.

CDM  <http://hedon.info/article2582> & Joint Implementation: Navigating Kyoto Project-Based Mechanisms

End Date: Wed 01 of Feb., 2012

Date:
3 - 31 October 2011
1 - 28 February 2012
Location:
Online, Global
Description:
The course provides a comprehensive overview of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and the Joint Implementation (JI).

Online Diploma: Integrated Adaptation, DRR  <http://hedon.info/article2570> & Rural Development

End Date: Wed 14 of Mar., 2012

Date:
6 September 2011 - 1 May 2012
Location:
Online, Global
Description:
A diploma module of eight online Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Community Based Adaptation (CBA) field courses.

Offers

Can You Use a Physicist/Teacher? <http://hedon.info/article2612> 

End Date: Mon 13 of Feb., 2012

Seeking an interesting and useful project

Requests

Nature Climate Change: Call for Papers <http://hedon.info/article2360> 

End Date: Wed 21 of Dec., 2011

Nature Climate Change is now accepting submissions through their online system, and welcomes manuscripts from both the natural and social science communities.

The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund: REACT <http://hedon.info/article2652> 

End Date: Fri 23 of Nov., 2012

The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund Renewable Energy and Adaptation to Climate Technologies Funding Window. Deadline for Applications 15th December 2011.

Read this month's Newsletter online <http://www.hedon.info/newsletter> .
Keep your profile up-to-date by signing in <http://www.hedon.info/login> , and refreshing your personal profile at  <http://www.hedon.info/tiki-user_information.php> "MY HEDON" or your organisation description <http://www.hedon.info/Organizations> . 
If you would like to get involved and volunteer for HEDON, visit our volunteer page <http://www.hedon.info/volunteer>  or contact: hedon at hedon.info 
Please send any relevant news items to us at: newsdesk at hedon.info 

-- 
You can unsubscribe from this newsletter following this link:
http://hedon.info/newsletters?unsubscribe=0ada28beec0bcf2b889196af243b3e12

-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <http://lists.bioenergylists.org/pipermail/stoves_lists.bioenergylists.org/attachments/20111201/a75a6691/attachment.html>