Month: April 2026
-
Uganda’s Brick-Burning Industry Under Scrutiny Over Rising Emissions and Deforestation
A new study has raised concerns over the environmental impact of Uganda’s brick-making industry, revealing significant emissions and widespread deforestation linked to traditional brick-burning practices. The research, led by Dr. Nathan Kibwami highlights that fired bricks, used in nearly 80% of construction projects in Uganda, are produced using methods that release high levels of harmful gases