HRS Blog
A collection of updates, news and related information about the Himalayan Rocket Stove project
How To Clean and Maintain a Wood Combustion Stove for Longevity
Unlike any heating appliance, the wood-stove diverts its spirits into warmth, comfort, and sustainability. If it is used for aesthetics in the living room or if the wood-burning kitchen stove is actually a way of preparing food daily, then cleaning and maintenance...
Thinking Of Wood Pellet Stove? 5 Reasons Why HRS Is the Best Option
Thinking of a wood pellet stove? Discover 5 reasons why HRS is your best choice for efficiency, eco-friendliness, and unbeatable heating performance.
Why Every Eco-Home Deserves A Smokeless Stove
Year after year, the fenestration industry grows; albeit, the smokeless wood burning stove in India has witnessed unprecedented growth in times when environmental awareness is forever on the rise and energy costs soar higher and higher. Environmental homeowners are...
Witness to Change: Reflections on the Indian Himalayas in a Warming World
Witness to Change: Reflections on the Indian Himalayas in a Warming World By Russell Collins, Founder – Yak Trak Tours & Himalayan Rocket Stove I first journeyed into the Indian Himalayas in the early 1990s, drawn by a fascination with mountain cultures,...
40-Hour Burn Time vs. Traditional Stoves: The Math Behind Extended Heating
If you’ve ever tried to keep a wood stove burning through a cold winter night, you know how little the rewards seem. You get a now-and-again touch of warmth, the smoke irritates your eyes, the woodpile feels like it’s vanishing, and the struggle just keeps going. But...
Eco Heat Redefined: Why Rocket Mass Heaters Are Taking Over Off-Grid Homes
First, an off-grid revolution slowly started going on in the field of sustainable architecture. Homeowners are forsaking the old heating systems in favor of something utterly brilliant and efficient and environmentally-friendly in its function: the rocket mass...
ROI Calculator: When Does an INR 23,000+ High-Efficiency Wood Stove Pay for Itself?
For homeowners, especially in cold, long-winter regions like Manali, Rampur, Rorhu, and Leh, heating may feel ever-so-greedy in expenses. As natural gas and electricity fees keep increasing, some want an environmentally friendly solution that fits the budget. A...
The Himalayan Rocket Stove: A Solution for Ladakh’s Winter Woes
Winters in Ladakh are preternaturally gorgeous and thoroughly cold. Ever since time immemorial, communities have lived with some old heating methods that, though effective, are terribly inefficient. This has, in turn, become a vicious cycle of expensive fuel, cutting...
Scaling Up the Smokeless Cookstove Rocket: Larger Versions for Efficient Cow Feed Heating in Bhutan
At Himalayan Rocket Stove (HRS), we're always innovating to meet the unique needs of communities across the Himalayas. Our original Smokeless Cookstove Rocket (SCR) design, detailed in our [step-by-step construction guide](https://himalayanrocketstove.com/scr-steps/),...
The Economics of Rocket Stoves: Saving Money While Saving the Planet
The Economics of Rocket Stoves: Saving Money While Saving the Planet “Cleaner, hotter, with less fuel.” That’s the promise of well-designed rocket stoves. This post breaks down the rupees-and-cents (and dollars-and-sense) of switching from traditional stoves and fuels...
Char, Biochar, and Activated Char – Understanding the Differences and Benefits
At Himalayan Rocket Stove, we often talk about char, biochar, and activated char. These terms can be confusing—sometimes even used interchangeably—but each has distinct meanings, and in some cases, the same word can refer to two very different things depending on the...
From Bhutan to Biochar – an Update on HRS progress
Clean Heat, Clear Air: Himalayan Rocket Stove Updates from the Field At Himalayan Rocket Stove (HRS), our mission has always been clear: bring cleaner, more efficient heating and cooking solutions to the Himalayan region, reduce firewood use, improve health, and...
Wood Stove Chimney Installation: Detailed Procedure for Exhaust Flue Pipes and Their Installation
The wood stove chimney is an essential system for proper and safe heating of the house. When installing wood burning stoves, whether it is the first one of the house or replacing/upgrading an old one, it is critical and necessary to know the basics of wood stove flue...
Under 3 Grams Per Hour: The Cleanest Burning Wood Stoves You Can Buy
In the domain of eco-heating, there is now more demand than ever for clean burning and most energy efficient space heaters. With the increase in awareness of air pollution and the growing importance given to sustaining life, homeowners begin to seek solutions that...
2025’s Top Efficiency Champions Compared
Sustainability has been the megatrend now; hence, 2025 year is anticipated to see the turn in demand for the exceptionally efficient heating and cooking solutions. Rising energy costs and climate concerns have birthed a wood stove revolution-grinding togethers of...
The Best Biomass Space Heaters for Sustainable Living
In correspondence with the renewed interest in going green, biomass water heaters for heating solar applications have proved to be an increasingly attractive option. They not only provide warmth but ensure an environmentally-friendly lifestyle, reducing carbon...
From Cold to Cozy: Discover the Rocket Mass Heater Advantage
During harsh winter spells, especially under high-altitude or off-the-grid situations, utterly heating homes poses a great challenge. The traditional way, turfing it through a wood stove or an electric heater, may have been good enough, but at a terribly expensive...
The Benefits of a Clean Air Wood Heater for Eco-Friendly Heating
As people move toward sustainable living and greener energy sources, there is an increasing realization among homeowners about how they heat their dwellings. One such innovation that is doing wonders in promoting clean air wood heating is a solution that keeps you...
Smokeless Wood Burning Stove in India: A Cleaner, Greener Heating Solution
While India is poised towards accepting alternate eco-friendly solutions for daily living, one such setting endows tradition with a touch of sustainability: the smokeless wood-burning stove. These stoves come for heating homes cleanly, efficiently, inexpensively, and...
Affordable Innovation: Why a Cheap Rocket Stove Is the Smart Choice for Eco-Conscious Heating
Rocket stove efficiency, sustainability, and inexpensive heating methods have been praised the world over. If you want a cheap rocket stove that performs well, you are right where you need to be. At Himalayan Rocket Stove, we are redefining the term cheap: not low on...
Why Wood Combustion Heater Is A Sustainable Choice For Modern Living
While environmentally conscious living still remains, environmentalism now is more a necessity. Every minute, we choose to eat, or to build our homes; these decisions cast their effects on the Earth. Staying warm with the least carbon footprint, a wood combustion...