J. I. EHIMEMENN

The reliance on biomass for cooking is prevalent in many parts of the world, particularly in rural and peri-urban areas. Traditional biomass stoves, although widely used, are characterized by low efficiency, high fuel consumption, and significant emissions of articulate matter (PM2.5) and carbon monoxide (CO), contributing to indoor air pollution, health hazards, and environmental degradation. To address these challenges, smokeless biomass stoves have been developed, offering improved combustion efficiency and reduced emissions. This study presents a comparative analysis of a smokeless grass burner stove and traditional biomass stoves. The analysis focuses on thermal efficiency, fuel consumption, emission levels, and user acceptability. Using experimental tests such as the Water Boiling Test (WBT) and emission monitoring, the performance of the smokeless stove was evaluated. User feedback was also collected to understand the practical challenges and advantages of adopting smokeless stove technology. The results indicate that the smokeless grass burner stove achieves a thermal efficiency increase of XX% and reduces PM2.5 and CO emissions by YY% and ZZ%, respectively, compared to traditional stoves. Users reported improved cooking experiences due to reduced smoke exposure and faster cooking times. However, challenges such as initial cost, maintenance, and training requirements were identified as potential barriers to widespread adoption.