Charcoal is the preferred cooking and heating fuel in urban areas for a large section of Tanzania's population because it is relatively affordable and accessible compared to alternative cooking energy. It is estimated that over 85% of Tanzania’s population relies on biomass energy for cooking.

The country is making efforts to transition towards clean cooking energy services, but charcoal remains a significant cooking energy option for the foreseeable future for many urban households during this transition.

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A study for analysis of policy and legal frameworks hindering sustainable charco

[A study for analysis of policy and legal frameworks hindering sustainable charcoal value chain promotion in Tanzania.]

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