Wood Energy Catalogue

Sustainable Feedstock Management for Charcoal Production in Kenya (2012)

2012
Region
Africa
Countries of implementation
Kenya
This publication discusses some of the trees and shrubs that are suitable for sustainable charcoal production, and case studies on best practices in tree management. Major sections include Potential feedstock; Species preference for charcoal producers; Case studies on tree management practices; Community based initiatives on tree management for charcoal production; Research on feedstock regeneration; Barriers and constraints in current feedstock management practices.
Keywords
Feedstock, charcoal production, Kenya, case study
Type of initiatives
Sector review and study
Level of intervention
National
Responsible agencies
Practical Action Consulting