HRS Blog
A collection of updates, news and related information about the Himalayan Rocket Stove project
Smokeless Cook Stove Foundation: Making the Himalayan Rocket Chulha
Inside the majestic Himalayas, winter can be brutal. The availability of firewood is a challenge and traditional methods of cooking leads to smoky kitchens and wastage of fuel. Introducing Himalayan Rocket Chulha, an innovative stove that aims to address these...
The Revolution of the Smokeless Cookstove
In most parts of the developing world, the lowly cookstove is at the core of an ecological and health crisis. The culprit? Smoky, polluting fires used for cooking and heating by billions of families. Traditional CookStoves Traditional open fires and inefficient...
Save Money, Time, and Trees: The Benefits of the HRS
In our modern society we have become increasingly conscious about how our daily lives affect the planet. From our cars to the energy we use in our houses and even the way we cook food can cause deforestation and air pollution. However, what if there was a way to cook...
Ditch the Smoke, Embrace Efficiency: Introducing the Eco Mini Rocket Stove
In the past, many rural women have had to depend on traditional “chulha”. However smoke inhalation from these stoves comes at a cost - a health cost. Conventional chulhas emit smoke that leads to respiratory problems and even heart diseases. There is a better way. The...
Himalayan Rocket Stove: A Customer Review
The weather in the Himalayas region is always quite chilly, especially in the winter season. The temperature goes down well below zero and there’s often snow on the ground. Both indoor and outdoor life can be quite challenging for this reason. In order to feel warm...
Unleash Your Culinary Adventure with Himalayan Rocket Stove: A Customer’s Journey
Himalayan Rocket Stove is a place for sustainable culinary experiments. Today, we are excited to present a thrilling customer testimonial who shares how Himalayan Rocket Stove changed their world through transformative rocket stove technology. Let us follow them on...
Fewer Logs, More Heat: Sustainable Heating Solutions
In the past, people had been using fireplaces and traditional wood stoves as means of heating their houses for many years. But things are changing. A shift towards sustainable heating solutions is increasingly critical due to escalating deforestation worries and air...
Can a Himalayan Rocket Stove be Used for Indoor Heating?
At Himalayan, people have an intense desire to use efficient and clean-burning options. Most people ask: can wooden stoves be used indoors for heating? No, simply, the wooden stoves are not designed for completely indoor usage. Because it generates impressive heat,...
9 Reasons Why a Himalayan Rocket Stove is a Must-Have
The Himalayan Rocket Stove is not just a cooking stove but also it symbolizes innovation, sustainability and improved well-being. In this regard, here are more than enough reasons why you should consider having a Himalayan rocket stove in your house: 1.Firewood...
Upgrade Your Home, Breathe Easier: HRS Launches Stove Exchange Offer for Cleaner Heating in the Himalayas
Upgrade your home to cleaner, healthier heating while giving back to the environment! Himalayan Rocket Stove (HRS), the leading innovator in clean biomass combustion, announces an exciting new offer aimed at accelerating the transition to sustainable heating practices...
Clean Biomass Combustion for Himalayan Households: Pellets vs. Native Timber
Heating homes in the Himalayas traditionally relies on native forest timber, raising concerns about deforestation and air pollution. Could transitioning to clean-burning waste biomass pellets offer a sustainable solution? Let's explore the pros and cons: Pros:...
Burning Bright: Waste Biomass Pellets vs. Native Forest Wood – A Numbers Game for Sustainability
The pursuit of renewable energy often finds itself at a crossroads: balancing human needs with environmental responsibility. In the realm of fuel, wood pellets have emerged as a popular option, but questions linger about their true sustainability. This article takes a...
Waste Biomass to Clean Energy – Are Pellets the Answer?
Transitioning from waste biomass burn-off to pelletization and utilization in clean combustion stoves in North India presents a multifaceted solution to several pressing environmental and energy challenges. This shift not only addresses the issue of agricultural waste...
Impacts and Benefits of Clean Biomass Combustion on the Himalayas
The Impacts and Benefits of Clean Biomass Combustion on the Himalayas: A Quantitative Perspective In the heart of the Himalayas, where the earth meets the sky, the traditional use of biomass for heating and cooking carves a narrative of both cultural resilience and...
Clean vs Dirty Combustion… what’s the difference?
The contrast between traditional smoke-generating combustion processes and the clean combustion process of a rocket stove is stark, especially in terms of environmental and health impacts. Understanding the chemical and physical dynamics at play reveals why...
Investing in Social Impact (is how we create a future we want)
Investing in social impact startups is not just a noble pursuit; it's a strategic imperative for the future of business and society. As we navigate a world rife with environmental, social, and economic challenges, the need for solutions that transcend traditional...
Social Impact Startups are the need of the hour
In an era where societal challenges loom larger by the day, the role of startups has never been more critical. The assertion that "A startup that does not have an element of positive social impact is wasting time" reflects a growing sentiment among entrepreneurs,...
HRS Update Jan 2024 – Short Version
Hello Friends! Here's a quick catch-up from Himalayan Rocket Stove (HRS). So much has happened, and I'm excited to share the highlights with you! India Trip: I returned to India after four years, reconnecting with our fantastic team, now 20 strong. We've been busy...
HRS Update JAN 2024 – Long Version
Hi friends… it’s been a while between updates so there is a bit to report on. I’ll try to cover the main points and keep it kinda brief, but I've been known to ramble, so here's a list of topics in case you want to skip ahead: India Trip New Products / Designs New...
Carbon Trading for better Himalayan outcomes
The Eco Rocket Stove range of space heaters were recently approved by Gold Standard (after an extensive and rigorous assessment process) of abating between 3.3 tons of CO2 (or equivalent) tCO2e per unit per year for ten years. That means for every stove we get into...
Clean Biomass Combustion in the Himalayas
The Himalayan region is home to many of the world’s most fragile ecosystems and is facing an ever-increasing environmental challenge. Climate change, deforestation, air pollution, and other environmental impacts are all taking their toll on the region’s fragile...