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Uganda's reliance on charcoal as the primary cooking fuel for over 55% of households poses significant challenges to its 2030 zero-emission goals, with the country losing approximately 72,000 hectares of forest annually. The government is considering a ban on charcoal use in cities to combat deforestation, while aiming for a 22% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Despite efforts to increase cleaner energy access, only 1.5% of households use LPG, and charcoal consumption continues to rise, complicating climate targets.