Uganda National Alliance on Clean Cooking
WHO WE ARE
In Uganda, the Uganda National Alliance on Clean Cooking (UNACC) is a non-profit organization addressing the health and environmental issues associated with traditional cooking methods. Established in 2013, UNACC demonstrates the value of collaboration by uniting various stakeholders to promote clean cooking solutions across the country.
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UNACC's mission is focused on empowering Ugandans to adopt healthier and more sustainable cooking practices. This is achieved through partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, private sector companies, and civil society organizations. By leveraging these collaborations, UNACC brings together a wide range of expertise and resources to tackle the negative impacts of traditional cooking methods.
Traditional cooking methods, often involving open fires and inefficient stoves, pose significant health risks by releasing pollutants that cause respiratory illnesses, heart disease, and other health problems. These methods also contribute to deforestation and environmental degradation, impacting Uganda's ecosystems and contributing to climate change.
To address these challenges, UNACC takes a comprehensive approach, operating through four key mandates designed to advance its mission effectively.
UNACC MANDATES
1. Knowledge Generation & Dissemination
UNACC is a key source of information on clean cooking technologies, policies, and best practices. The organization gathers, analyzes, and disseminates information through various channels, including:
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Reports and publications:
UNACC publishes regular reports on the state of clean cooking in Uganda, as well as case studies and success stories.
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Workshops and training sessions:
UNACC organizes workshops and training sessions for policymakers, practitioners, and the public to share knowledge and build capacity.
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Online platform:
UNACC maintains an online platform with up-to-date information on clean cooking, including news, resources, and tools.
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Through our knowledge generation and dissemination activities, UNACC plays a crucial role in informing decision-making, promoting innovation, and accelerating the adoption of clean cooking solutions in Uganda.
2. Standardization & Capacity Building
UNACC supports the development and enforcement of clean cooking standards to ensure the quality and safety of products and services. The organization works with stakeholders to:
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Develop and implement technical standards for clean cooking stoves and fuels:
UNACC ensures that clean cooking products meet international quality and safety standards to protect consumers and the environment.
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Promote the adoption of clean cooking standards: UNACC educates manufacturers, distributors, and consumers about the importance of clean cooking standards to enhance product quality and consumer confidence.
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Support the development of capacity to test and comply with standards:
UNACC provides training and support to manufacturers and testing laboratories to ensure that they can meet the requirements of clean cooking standards.
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Through our standardization and capacity building activities, UNACC is helping to ensure the quality and safety of clean cooking solutions in Uganda, which is essential to protecting public health and promoting sustainable development.
3. Policy Advocacy & Resource Mobilization
UNACC is actively engaged in policy advocacy to promote clean cooking in Uganda. The organization works with policymakers and stakeholders to:
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Develop and implement policies that support the adoption of clean cooking solutions:
UNACC advocates for policies that incentivize the use of clean cooking technologies, provide access to clean cooking fuels, and promote awareness of clean cooking benefits.
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Mobilize financial resources for clean cooking:
UNACC works with donors and development partners to secure funding for clean cooking projects and initiatives. The organization also seeks to attract private sector investment in clean cooking technologies and services.
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Through our policy advocacy and resource mobilization efforts, UNACC is helping to create a supportive environment for clean cooking in Uganda and ensuring that the necessary resources are available to achieve universal access to clean cooking solutions.
4. Partnership & Networking
UNACC fosters collaborations with local and international organizations to expand its reach, share expertise, and amplify its impact. The organization works with partners to:
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Share knowledge and best practices:
UNACC collaborates with partners to exchange information and learn from each other's experiences in the clean cooking sector.
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Develop and implement joint initiatives:
UNACC partners with other organizations to undertake large-scale clean cooking projects and programs.
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Promote the scaling up of clean cooking solutions:
UNACC works with partners to identify and address scaling-up challenges and accelerate the adoption of clean cooking solutions across Uganda.
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Through its partnerships and networking activities, UNACC is creating a collective effort to achieve universal access to clean cooking solutions in Uganda.
The organization is bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders to leverage their strengths, expertise, and resources to address this pressing challenge.