A Coal Burning Stove in Rural China (IMAGE) McGill University Caption Families have used their traditional stoves for generations. People know how to best use them so that all energy needs are met and so they may be reluctant to stop using them. Credit Ellison Carter Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.