[Stoves] HEDON Newsletter - January 2013

Sat Feb 2 14:19:44 CST 2013

Welcome to the January 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

Boling Point 61! Coming out soon!

Issue 61 tackles topics surrounding the adaptability and resilience of energy practices and the importance of energy security in communities against the impacts of climate change. The online version is available here <http://www.hedon.info/BP%3AOpen+issue?bl=y> . Sign in and update your postal addresses on your online member page <http://www.hedon.info/tiki-user_information.php>  NOW so that you don't miss out on receiving this exciting issue.

London Regional Interest Group (LondonRIG)

The next LondonRIG <http://www.hedon.info/LondonRIG&no_bl=y#Next_Meeting>  will be held on a Wednesday in late February. Exact date to be confirmed! Please keep an eye on the website for more details.

HEDON welcomes new Intern!

Lizzie Norris has recently jointed the team and will be responsible for managing the operations at HEDON. Lizzie has recently graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and has been an active volunteer with Engineers Without Borders UK for some years.

News

Energy and human health <http://www.hedon.info/article2891> 

Published: Sun 27 of Jan., 2013 17:05 UTC

This article reviews the health impacts of each major source of energy, focusing on those with major implications for the burden of disease globally.

Is ‘Energy Literacy’ vital for poor communities? <http://www.hedon.info/article2888> 

Published: Wed 09 of Jan., 2013 23:42 UTC

The latest blog by Practical Action's Teo Sanchez:
Energy literacy is a relatively new term being used to describe knowledge of the basics of energy. It has strong associations with sustainability and the efficient use of energy by consumers.

New publication from IIED: Sustainable energy for all? Linking poor communities to modern energy services <http://www.hedon.info/article2886> 

Published: Fri 14 of Dec., 2012 12:52 UTC

This paper explores energy delivery models that provide sustainable and clean energy services to the poor.

International workshop on domestic biogas <http://www.hedon.info/article2883> 

Published: Mon 03 of Dec., 2012 15:23 UTC

SNV, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Ministry of Agriculture in China organised a three-day International Workshop on Domestic Biogas from 20-22 November in Chengdu, China.

Almost 120 participants from over twenty countries, mainly from Asia, representing government institutions, private sector, financial institutions, civil society organisations and development agencies joined the event.

Vietnam biogas programme joins global carbon market <http://www.hedon.info/article2882> 

Published: Mon 03 of Dec., 2012 15:21 UTC

The Vietnam Biogas Program has achieved registration under the Gold Standard, the stringent certification standard for projects reducing carbon emissions.

The multi-award-winning programme is the first Vietnamese project to register under the Voluntary Gold Standard and the second largest household energy project registered globally – proving that carbon markets can support the large-scale dissemination of life-improving sustainable technologies like household biogas.

Shortlisted candidates for 2013 International Ashden Awards <http://www.hedon.info/article2881> 

Published: Wed 28 of Nov., 2012 10:25 UTC

The search is on for the 2013 International Ashden Awards. Winners will receive £20,000 to £40,000 in prize money as well as business support, access to investors and a global platform to build their profile.

First four micro hydropower plants financed on credit by the EnDev Nepal-supported MHP Debt Fund inaugurated <http://www.hedon.info/article2880> 

Published: Mon 26 of Nov., 2012 14:57 UTC

The first 4 Micro Hydropower Plants which have been supported by an Energising Development (EnDev) Nepal-initiated credit scheme have brought power and light to rural communities.

Transforming animal waste into clean energy using carbon finance: success story in Vietnam <http://www.hedon.info/article2879> 

Published: Wed 21 of Nov., 2012 03:23 UTC

First voluntary project registered under the Gold Standard in Vietnam: The Biogas Program for Animal Husbandry Sector of Vietnam

Solar-powered floating schools in Bangladesh <http://www.hedon.info/article2874> 

Published: Mon 19 of Nov., 2012 13:40 UTC

A project that provides solar-powered floating schools in Bangladesh has been nominated for an award at the World Innovation Summit in Education in Doha, Qatar. This year’s shortlisted projects not only “transform education”, but also provide innovative financing of primary education.

Dead Phone Battery? Just Burn Something <http://www.hedon.info/article2873> 

Published: Mon 19 of Nov., 2012 11:04 UTC

It was originally meant for hikers, but the BioLite CampStove, which converts wood-burning fire into electricity to charge cellphones, could revolutionize disaster relief.

Light our fire - Commercialising clean cookstoves <http://www.hedon.info/article2885> 

Published: Wed 07 of Nov., 2012 15:25 UTC

This analysis provides an overview of the main barriers for private investments in the clean cookstove sector which prevents large-scale commercialisation.

Kochi Corporation to install biogas plants in schools <http://www.hedon.info/article2869> 

Published: Wed 31 of Oct., 2012 11:28 UTC

The Kochi Corporation plans to rope in schools to take up disposal of waste at source to promote such projects in the South Indian state. It will join hands with Suchitwa Mission to install biogas plants at government and aided schools within city limits.

IIED’s Energy Team announces the latest publications in its 'Access to Energy' series <http://www.hedon.info/article2867> 

Published: Tue 23 of Oct., 2012 12:52 UTC

*	Delivery models for decentralised rural electrification: Case studies in Nepal, Peru and Kenya 
*	Key issues in Uganda’s energy sector 
*	Remote access: Expanding energy provision in rural Argentina through public-private partnerships and renewable energy. A case study of the PERMER programme 
*	How to scrutinise a Production Sharing Agreement 

World Energy Award for Vietnam biogas programme <http://www.hedon.info/article2864> 

Published: Tue 09 of Oct., 2012 14:03 UTC

Vietnam’s Biogas Programme has won international recognition as a winner of the 2012 World Energy Awards.

The World Energy Forum has announced its 2012 award winners, with the Humanitarian Award set to go to the Biogas Project Division of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for its ground-breaking work on the ongoing Biogas Program for the Animal Husbandry Sector.

Carbon finance boosts Cambodian social enterprise bringing clean water to rural households <http://www.hedon.info/article2863> 

Published: Tue 09 of Oct., 2012 08:35 UTC

Carbon finance boosts Cambodian social enterprise bringing clean water to rural households

New partnership to revive Haitian agricultural markets and bring bioethanol cooking fuel to Haiti <http://www.hedon.info/article2860> 

Published: Tue 02 of Oct., 2012 16:46 UTC

Project Gaia, Multiple Enterprises Haiti (MEH) Industries and Green Independent Viable Energy (GIVE) Eco Energy announce a new partnership for Haiti to create sustainable new markets for bioethanol cooking, appliance and utility fuel.

Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves: September Newsletter <http://www.hedon.info/article2859> 

Published: Tue 02 of Oct., 2012 16:31 UTC

In This Issue:

*	Alliance Details Second-Year Accomplishments in Strengthening Clean Cookstoves and Fuels Markets 
*	Announcing the 2013 Forum on Clean Cookstoves and Fuels 
*	Partner Spotlight: Envirofit International 
*	New Alliance Partners 

World Bank Joins United Nations to Lead Effort to Bring Electricity, Sustainable Fuels to the World’s Poor <http://www.hedon.info/article2858> 

Published: Mon 01 of Oct., 2012 14:23 UTC

Pledging assistance toward a problem that affects more than a billion people mired in poverty, World Bank Group President Dr. Jim Yong Kim announced that the World Bank will join a United Nations initiative aimed at increasing the poor’s access to electricity and clean household fuels. The effort also will expand renewable energy and enhance energy efficiency.

Winners of the 2012 IDEAS Energy Innovation Contest for the Caribbean announced <http://www.hedon.info/article2854> 

Published: Mon 17 of Sep., 2012 14:19 UTC

Eight winners of the 2012 IDEAS Energy Innovation Contest for the Caribbean were announced, with awards of up to US$ 200,000.

International Renewable Energy Agency 'Renewables and Islands' Summit opens today <http://www.hedon.info/article2851> 

Published: Fri 07 of Sep., 2012 10:39 UTC

Dr. Adnan Amin, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena), talks about small island developing countries' potential for renewables, public and private sector investments, the SE4All initiative and fossil fuel subsidies.

Events

Aprovecho Research Center and Institutional Stove Solutions Announces Winter Workshop 2013 <http://www.hedon.info/article2878> 

Date:
February 4-8 2013
Location:
Cottage Grove, Oregon, USA

Carbon Finance and Humanitarian Sector Workshops <http://www.hedon.info/article2892> 

CARBON FINANCE AND HUMANITARIAN SECTOR WORKSHOPS
February 22, 2013 Nairobi, Kenya

Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves

Announcing the 2013 Forum on Clean Cookstoves and Fuels <http://www.hedon.info/article2866> 

Date:
18-22 March 2013
Location:
Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Workshop on Sustainable Biomass Production in South-East Africa <http://www.hedon.info/article2889> 

Date: 19 - 21 March 2013
Location: Maputo, Mozambique

21st European Biomass Conference and Exhibition <http://www.hedon.info/article2877> 

Date:
Conference: 03-07 June 2013. Exhibition: 03-06 June 2013
Location:
Bella Center - Copenhagen, Denmark

Jobs

BioLite seeking Director of R <http://www.hedon.info/article2823> &D

End Date: Sun 14 of July, 2013

Cutting edge clean technology company is seeking a seasoned engineer or applied scientist to lead core systems development for home-energy products.

TITLE: Director, Research and Development

HOURS: Full-time

LOCATION: Brooklyn, New York

REPORTS TO: CPO

COMPENSATION: Salary is competitive with other early-stage startups, including benefits, bonus plan, and equity stock options.

IISD President and CEO Executive Search <http://www.hedon.info/article2830> 

End Date: Thu 25 of July, 2013

The International Institute for Sustainable Development is seeking to recruit its next President and Chief Executive Officer.

Vacancy at Potential Energy <http://www.hedon.info/article2853> 

End Date: Thu 12 of Sep., 2013

Field Representative to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with occasional travel to Khartoum and/or Darfur, Sudan. This is a 6 month consultant position with the possibility of extension.

Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves calls for Regional Consultants <http://www.hedon.info/article2870> 

End Date: Wed 06 of Nov., 2013

The Regional Market Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Alliance’s market development activities within the region, coordinating with Alliance partners and stakeholders to ensure the Alliance reaches its in-country and regional goals as part of its global vision of 100m households adopting clean cooking solutions by 2020.

Courses

Training Efficient Energy Use and Planning <http://www.hedon.info/article2890> 

End Date: Fri 01 of Feb., 2013

Training on Efficient Energy Use and Planning

Offers

Green Energy for a Billion Poor <http://www.hedon.info/article2727> 

End Date: Sun 24 of Feb., 2013

Author Nancy Wimmer, an entrepreneur, researcher and advisor to the World Council of Renewable Energy has released a book titled, "Green Energy for a Billion Poor: How Grameen Shakti Created a Winning Model for Social Business".

Ashden School Awards <http://www.hedon.info/article2871> 

End Date: Sat 23 of Nov., 2013

Is your school leading the way in saving energy and building a culture of sustainable behaviour? If so, you could be eligible for an Ashden School Awards – but hurry, the deadline for applications is 23 November!

GravityLight: lighting for developing countries <http://www.hedon.info/article2884> 

End Date: Sun 08 of Dec., 2013

Two designers have developed an alternative to Kerosene lamps by harnessing the power of gravity. They need your help to make it happen.

Requests

Request for quotations for MSI Biogas plant <http://www.hedon.info/article2814> 

End Date: Wed 03 of July, 2013

The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) granted a research team from Makerere University a fund for its research project titled: “Rural Electrification in Uganda – Improving access to modern types of energy”. In this project, one of the pilot plants to be implemented consists of a Biogas digester for generation of electricity.

Request for partnership: Namalere Forest Conservation's energy saving project <http://www.hedon.info/article2836> 

End Date: Sat 10 of Aug., 2013

Project Title: Improved Cook Stoves by Thermoelectrics to Reduce Deforestation and Improve Quality of Life in western Kenya.

News and request from Cameroon RIG <http://www.hedon.info/article2857> 

End Date: Fri 27 of Sep., 2013

*	First Solar Panels produced in Central Africa 
*	Cameroon RIG in search of a training organisation 

Coming Soon: Clean Cooking Forum Registration <http://www.hedon.info/article2876> 

End Date: Tue 17 of Dec., 2013

The Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves is seeking abstract submissions to identify speakers to present at the 2013 Forum on Clean Cookstoves and Fuels.

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