Tanzania: Carbon Tax and Finance Aid Forest, Livelihoods

Tanzania: Carbon Tax and Finance Aid Forest, Livelihoods

TANZANIA is endowed with approximately 48 million hectares of forests, covering about 51 per cent of its land area. This makes the country a critical player in the global fight against climate change.

Carbon tax and finance aid forest, livelihoods – Daily News

TANZANIA is endowed with approximately 48 million hectares of forests, covering about 51 per cent of its land area. This makes the country a critical player in the global fight against climate change. These forests are a vital global asset sequestering millions of tonnes of carbon dioxide annually, supporting rich biodiversity and providing essential ecosystem services. However, the country’s forest ecosystems face severe threats from deforestat…