This reliance on charcoal presents a challenge, as its production often leads to deforestation and forest degradation. In Ethiopia, for instance, traditional charcoal production methods have been ...

When night falls in the Batwa village of Lukwangulo, only the local chief’s house is illuminated. In this village in the ...

Persistent deforestation for charcoal and firewood has placed Tanzania on the brink of climate change crises, including prolonged droughts and heat waves. According to the United Nations Environment ...

Public sensitization on the essence of using electricity as the primary cooking energy source is highly needed to discourage ...

Deforestation causes irregular and excessive ... Nearly all (99%) of households use solid fuels like wood and charcoal as their primary fuel for cooking. Less than 2% of the population is ...

Kenya, a nation renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems, stands at a critical junction in its ...

Scientists examined satellite images of the Brazilian biome from 2010 to 2020. The results indicate that over 186,000 ha of ...

By Alinafe Nyanda The local communities in Balaka have been urged to stop charcoal burning and begin to protect their forests and plant new trees for sustainable wood sources. Social Commentator Henry ...