IRSAT is committed to conducting research and testing on national energy related issues. IRSAT works with biomass, biogas, and solar cooking technologies and is a national testing center for cookstoves. IRSAT research is centered on topics around energy/environment, technology development, and energy efficiency. IRSAT also provides academic training on renewable energy for students.
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Our Focus
IRSAT provides technical support to the GIZ stove program FAFASO Burkina Faso and is engaged in networking activities with the West African testing center for Burkina Faso, Benin, Senegal, and Mauritania.
Our Experience And Interest In The Four PCIA Central Focus Areas
Providing an affordable technology to the people.
IRSAT provides training to the FAFASO artisans who manufacture stoves, placing a high emphasis on quality control of the production.
IRSAT is focused on stove testing and stove labeling.
IRSAT uses a hood and Testo Gas Analyzer to measure CO, CO2, and NOx emissions.
Relevant Publications or Studies
None noted
Our Contribution to the Partnership
IRSAT can provide expertise and assistance in training, stove testing/rating, and standard development.
