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Environmental Impact
Aug 24, 2025
8 min read

LPG vs Charcoal: Environmental Impact Comparison

Understanding the environmental benefits of LPG over charcoal. How your energy choice affects deforestation, air quality, and climate change in Uganda.

LPG vs Charcoal: Environmental Impact Comparison

The Environmental Crisis

Uganda loses 200,000 hectares of forest annually, largely due to charcoal production. LPG offers a sustainable alternative that can help preserve our environment.

Carbon Footprint Comparison

Energy SourceCO2 per year (kg)Trees Equivalent
Charcoal2,40035 trees cut
LPG Gas8000 trees cut

Air Quality Impact

Indoor air pollution from charcoal cooking causes:

  • Respiratory diseases in children
  • Heart disease risks for adults
  • Reduced life expectancy
  • Poor indoor air quality

LPG produces:

  • 95% fewer indoor pollutants
  • No particulate matter emissions
  • Clean burning with no smoke
  • Better indoor air quality

Deforestation Impact

Each family using LPG instead of charcoal:

  • Saves 35 trees annually
  • Reduces soil erosion
  • Preserves biodiversity
  • Maintains water catchment areas

National Impact Potential

If 50% of Ugandan households switched to LPG:

  • Save 2 million trees annually
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 40%
  • Improve air quality nationwide
  • Support sustainable development goals

Your Environmental Choice

Choosing LPG is choosing a sustainable future for Uganda. Join thousands of families making the environmentally responsible choice.

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