The Partnership Meeting in Morocco took place in conjunction with the International Forum on Partnerships for Sustainable Development held in Marrakech March 21 - 23, 2005. The meeting provided an opportunity for PCIA partners to network with other governments and non-governmental organizations working on household energy and health. During interactive sessions, participants were asked to share successful strategies for increasing the use of improved stove and fuel technology and reducing exposure to indoor air pollution. Participants also learned new approaches for raising public awareness of the dangers of indoor air pollution and the benefits of improved home cooking and heating practices, and successful strategies for developing local markets for improved technology. In addition participants received information about tools and resources for improving stove and fuel technology and monitoring indoor air pollution. The meeting aimed to develop a strategy for engaging host country governments, non-governmental organizations and the private sector in the mission of the Partnership. The results from this meeting was used as guide to prepare the action plan for the Partnership in 2005 and 2006.
