Wood Energy Catalogue

Angola's Sustainable Charcoal Sector

2019
Region
Africa
Countries of implementation
Angola

A video clip relevant to the UNDP/GEF project Promotion of Sustainable Charcoal in Angola through a Value Chain Approach.

Introductory message: Charcoal production is damaging the ancient Miombo Woodlands, causing losses in biodiversity and job opportunities. To change this, Angola is working towards a sustainable charcoal sector to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, reduce pollution, and create jobs.

Keywords
Sustainable Charcoal, Angola, Value Chain, Miombo woodlands
Type of initiatives
Sector review and study
Level of intervention
National
Responsible agencies
UNDP