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This discussion brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the barriers to the adoption and long-term use of advanced cookstoves in Kenya and Zambia. Using 'user journeys' from service design, the study finds that while affordability and aspirational appeal drive initial purchases, long-term adoption depends on the stove's performance and the availability of ongoing user support to overcome the significant behavioral shifts required to change cooking habits.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute uses service design methodology to analyze the 'user journeys' of households adopting advanced cookstoves in Kenya and Zambia. The study identifies a gap between the motivations that drive the initial purchase of a stove and the factors that ensure long-term adoption and consistent use.