The Forest Code covers the followings closely relevant to woodfuel production:

- For the production of wood, in particular firewood and charcoal, the operator ensures a sustainable exploitation of the forest in compliance with the clauses of the specifications appended to the contract or the provisions mentioned in the permit.
- The permit fixes the volume of wood to be cut or the tonnage of charcoal to be produced, valid for a period not exceeding one year.
- The conditions for the permit to cut firewood and carbonization a) a certificate indicating membership of the local community holder of the forest in which the exploitation is planned; b) a commitment to use improved charcoal production techniques; c) proof of payment of taxes and forest royalties for the past year.