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Tuesday, April 1, 2014

On how to build an improved cookstove


This week, I attended a training in Moca, Santiago and we made an improved cookstove! Along with my mason, Lin, we kicked butt plastering walls together, helping a doña learn to care for her new stove and test it out. I will be writing a grant and receive funding to build 40 of my own in the neighboring town of Copey. I can't wait to take on this huge construction project! 

Group shot with the finished product!
Phase 1: The cement walls
Phase 2: Putting the puzzle pieces together with clay
Phase 3: Completing the puzzle and sticking it in good!

Phase 4: Coming soon!
Final product: Beya and the stove




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