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In 2024 DelAgua was asked by the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) to participate in independent research funded by the CCA to provide better data on the impact of transitioning to clean cooking solutions. They selected DelAgua’s Livɛ Fyn (Live Well ) project in Sierra Leone because of the scale, longevity, and integrity of the programme. DelAgua was pleased to work with 60 Decibels, the leading research company commissioned by the CCA to conduct the research. 60 Decibels is a tech-driven impact measurement company that engages directly with customers, employees, and beneficiaries via mobile phones. They collect high-quality data that enables organisations like DelAgua to maximise the impact of their work.
Robust data is key in understanding the efficacy of projects and in influencing impact investors that clean cooking is an investible sector with companies able to deliver large scale transformative programmes.
Between October and November 2024, 60 Decibels conducted 140 phone interviews and 16 SMS surveys with Livɛ Fyn beneficiaries in Sierra Leone. These surveys included a blend of qualitative and quantitative questions, providing a comprehensive understanding of beneficiary experiences. Respondents were randomly selected from DelAgua’s full Sierra Leone database.
After completing the surveys, 60 Decibels analysed the data and delivered a detailed report. Below are the most significant insights from the study.
Here is DelAgua’s performance in Rwanda relative to the relevant 60 Decibels Cooking Benchmarks.
Benchmark Overview
60dB Global Cooking Benchmark
Global geographical focus
Cooking sector focus
41 companies included
8,612 voices listened to
CCA Average
Cooking sector focus
18Â companies included
4,812 voices listened to
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Time Spent Obtaining Fuel
Time Spent Cooking Daily
DelAgua ranks in the top 40% of the 60dB Cooking Benchmark for depth of social impact with 63% of customers reporting a 'very much improved' quality of life. They attribute the change to time savings, reduced fuel consumption, and the ability to save money.
The LivÉ› Fyn stove helps me to save money on fuel, which allows me to put aside money for future emergencies. In addition, I no longer struggle to cook during the rainy season.
Health of Family
Safety in Home or Business
Indoor Air Quality
During the rainy season, I used to get wet while cooking in the rain. Since I started using the LivÉ› Fyn stove, I can now comfortably cook on my veranda without any issues.
I now spend less money on cooking fuel, and even my children are at peace because I no longer have to ask them to buy fuel for me. I no longer experience the heavy smoke that used to affect my health.
Q. In the last 24 months, did your community/ village experience any of the following? (n=146). Multi Select.
Average of the following results. (n = 140)
Data and research are central to the Live Well programme's development and implementation. It allows us to track progress and evaluate the performance of our interventions to date. These valuable insights will now enable us to execute actionable strategies with more precision and impact moving forward.
Get in touch with DelAgua’s Chief Technology Officer to discover more about Live Well’s impact in Rwanda, The Gambia and Sierra Leone.Â
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