EMPOWERING CHAMPIONS FOR CLEAN COOKING
In an inspiring and interactive session, the Women in Energy and Economic Sustainability Initiative (WEESI) hosted a webinar titled “Empowering Champions for Clean Cooking”. The event brought together passionate participants, eager to learn about opportunities in the clean cooking sector and how women can take on leadership roles.
Insights from the Expert: Happy Amos
Our esteemed speaker, Happy Amos, CEO of Roshan Renewable Technologies, shared deep insights into the current state of clean cooking in Nigeria. She shed light on:
✅ The dangers of traditional cooking methods – Many households still rely on firewood, kerosene, and fossil fuel-based LPG, which contribute to health hazards and environmental degradation.
✅ The challenges women face in the sector – Limited access to finance, knowledge, and awareness continues to be a barrier.
✅ The power of carbon financing – Women can tap into carbon credit opportunities to fund clean cooking businesses and projects.
✅ How to get started – From volunteering to business ownership, she encouraged women to take the first step, no matter how small.
✅ Get Involved- Women can get involved by joining Nigeria Alliance for Clean Cooking
A Session of Impactful Conversations
During the Q&A session, participants raised critical questions such as:
Why aren’t more women actively involved in clean energy?
What are the benefits of carbon financing for small businesses?
How can women transition from being beneficiaries to decision-makers?
How does one access product knowledge and become a distributor of improved cookstoves?
Happy shared her personal journey—how she started Roshan Renewable Technologies on a small scale, secured investors, and scaled up. She emphasized that women must always show up and seize business opportunities.
Key Takeaways for Women in Clean Cooking
- Start small, pick a niche, and dominate. Whether through advocacy, business, or leadership, every contribution matters.
- Become a distributor. If manufacturing isn’t an option, distributing clean cookstoves is a profitable and impactful alternative.
- Build knowledge and networks. Many participants were inspired and reached out to Happy Amos to join her network of distributors.
This webinar was more than a discussion—it was a call to action. Women are not just beneficiaries; they can and should be leaders in the clean energy sector.
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We’re committed to empowering women in clean energy. Stay connected with WEESI for more opportunities, training, and mentorship.
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