Large-scale tree felling is threatening the survival of over 100 local species, such as the Acacia, and causing the destruction of water catchment areas. To address environmental concerns, the Kenyan government has imposed a series of trade bans on the charcoal business.

Dec 30, 2023 · We have all heard that there will be a ban in place that puts restrictions of appliances and heaters that run on fossil fuels. New construction will not have any gas lines put in and your current appliances will have to be swapped out eventually to all electric.

Jun 12, 2023 · The burning of charcoal, an age-old practice in many African societies, is now restricted business across northern Uganda amid a wave of resentment by locals who have warned of the threat of climate change stemming from the uncontrolled felling of trees by outsiders. (AP Photo/Hajarah Nalwadda)

Oct 3, 2023 · While welcomed in principle, the abrupt charcoal ban has left both traders and buyers unsure of where to turn. Traders sit with their impounded charcoal following the ban outside the regional offices of the National Forestry Authority in Gulu city, northern Uganda.

MUMBAI: A blanket ban by the BMC on the use of charcoal tandoors in restaurants and hotels has put the livelihood of thousands of charcoal merchants in jeopardy.

Jul 20, 2023 · On 24 th May 2023, President Yoweri Museveni Kaguta issued an executive order exercised under Article 99 (2) banning Charcoal trade across greater northern region of Karamoja, Acholi, Teso, Lango and West Nile.

Apr 16, 2024 · In a decisive move to address the escalating climate crisis, the government has issued a ban on charcoal production permits in three districts. This directive, issued by the Green Economy and...

Apr 19, 2024 · What Is the Charcoal Ban? The government has stopped issuing permits for charcoal production in three districts: Mumbwa, Itezhi Tezhi, and Shibuyunji. This ban aims to address the escalating climate crisis and curb deforestation.

Jun 7, 2018 · The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) announced that activated charcoal—which is popularly known to turn food into “black foods”—is no longer permitted in food and...

Mar 20, 2024 · Rumors began swirling about the fate of gas and charcoal powered grills when Governor Hochul approved legislation that would bar new constructions from installing gas-powered appliances. In 2026,...