CHARCOAL TRANSPARENCY

The technology to produce charcoal varies depending on the geographical context; from decentralized small-scale production in rural areas to high-performance industrial production. Charcoal is made from wood, heated in a low-oxygen environment, from a process called carbonization - the conversion from wood or plant material to carbon. The chemical process is called pyrolysis, where the wood composition changes due to elevated temperatures - from wood to charcoal... We help the members of our organization trace their charcoal back to the source, with the aim of bringing total transparency to the supply chain and ensuring the absence of links with deforestation / degradation and exploitation of workers. We work with retailers, importers and charcoal producers to help them establish and implement responsible purchasing policies... Charcoal is sold in different stores under different brands and types. You can find charcoal in supermarkets, discounters, DIY retailers and garden centres.

Primary location: Lille France