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>a gallon of kerosine is a significant fraction of their monthly income

It's not just that, it's also extremely polluting (both for the immediate and greater environments) and dangerous. The kerosene isn't the most expensive part, it's buying a good quality lamp that won't tip over or leak toxic gases.

http://flexiwaysolar.com/kerosene-lamps-the-problem/fire-ris...




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