Project Name:
Biogas for Nakuru, Kenya (RAOAF)

Country:
Kenya

Description:
The nature and biodiversity surrounding small rural communities and households in Nakuru Kenya is being destroyed by the relentless need to collect firewood for cooking. The use of traditional three-stone fires for cooking contributes to high levels of indoor air pollution within the homes, adversely affecting health particularly of the women and children. Rural families around Nakuru typically have livestock and animal dung. The installation of Biogas Units is a proven solution. Once operating, the Biogas unit utilizes the animal dung to produce a clean renewable fuel for cooking. The projects immediate impact will improve the health of the village community by reducing respiratory illness caused from the inhalation of wood smoke. The biogas by-products can be used as fertilizer for the adoption of kitchen gardens. The planting of trees which will regenerate the environment. Empowering the community women by liberating them from the need to spend 3 hours collecting and cooking with firewood.

Tax Deductibility:
Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund (Managed by RAWCS) has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) registration and has been listed as a Charitable Fund so we can accept tax deductible Donations from individuals or organisations.