Myanmar: Photo Essay: Along Myanmar’s Charcoal Highway [Photos]

Nov 1, 2017 | Nathan Siegel, Mongabay
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Charcoal and firewood are the most common fuel sources in Myanmar – indeed, in much of the developing world. Farmers burn small trees under piles of dirt for days to produce charcoal, which is then used to cook dinner and heat homes. While it may not be the most environmentally friendly source of fuel, the electrical grid has yet to reach much of the rural parts of the country, and farmers aren’t left with much option.