Switch On: The Series

S01E01 Modern Cooking Fuels

Approximately 3 billion individuals rely on wood or biomass for cooking and heating their homes. Unfortunately, this reliance results in a tragic toll, with 3 million lives lost annually due to smoke inhalation. In his journey to Nepal, Dr. Scott Tinker explores how the nation, like many others, is shifting toward modern cooking fuels and the numerous advantages this transition offers.