Be0Gas: Conversion from firewood to biogas

Laikipia County is predominantly inhabited by the Maasai community. The collection of firewood for domestic use is one of the main traditional activities. 85.8 per cent of households use firewood as the main type of cooking fuel and 30 per cent rely on firewood as the main type of lighting fuel. The project in replaces firewood with biogas as a sustainable cooking fuel for the Maasai community. It targets 70 households and promotes emissions reduction, forest conservation, and biodiversity. The initiative includes the installation of biogas systems, training in climate-smart agriculture, and the use of the invasive species Opuntia Stricta for biogas production. The project emphasises permaculture principles and community involvement through local action plans. Collaboration with local authorities ensures institutional sustainability. The aim is to improve health, security and livelihoods of the target population while preserving the environment.