What is the most exciting aspect of your work?
I think the most exciting aspect of our work is that, after two years of development, high-quality, low-cost stoves are being disseminated in the field. I feel immensely satisfied every time a ship leaves port loaded with a container of Aprovecho's StoveTec stoves.
What did you find most useful about the 2009 PCIA Forum?
The opportunity to network with members of the PCIA Partnership, sharing knowledge and learning from the experience of others, is always helpful. Establishing and maintaining relationships with PCIA Partners through the Forum is especially useful.
What are your goals for the coming 1-2 years?
My primary goal is to assist StoveTec customers in any way I can to disseminate hundreds of thousands of stoves to those who need them most, while maintaining consistent product quality and keeping the cost to the end user as low as possible. I also want to complete the design of an efficient, affordable fan stove that drastically reduces emissions.
What advice to you have for others in this field, especially with respect to generating and maintaining net forward energy?
My advice to others? Persevere. Look for opportunities to help others and in doing so, help yourself.
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