VOICED: DR Congo 'biomass' logs fuel green alternative to coal

The video discusses Elizabeth's shift from dangerous charcoal production to creating biomass logs, a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative. Biomass logs, made from waste paper, water, and leaves, help preserve gorilla habitats by reducing deforestation. Despite some drawbacks, such as needing frequent replenishment, they are cheaper than charcoal. The Congolese Institute for Nature Conservation aims to increase biomass production to boost the local economy and promote environmental sustainability.

What motivated Elizabeth to switch from gathering wood for charcoal to producing biomass logs?

• The inefficiency of biomass logs

• The high cost of charcoal

• The abundance of waste paper

• The danger of gathering wood

How do biomass logs contribute to the conservation of mountain gorillas?

• By providing food for the gorillas

• By reducing the need for deforestation

• By increasing tourism in the park

• By creating new habitats for gorillas

What is a significant drawback of using biomass logs compared to charcoal?

• They emit more smoke

• They are harder to produce

• They burn out quickly

• They are more expensive

What is the price comparison between biomass logs and charcoal?

• Charcoal is three times cheaper

• Biomass logs are three times cheaper

• Biomass logs are more expensive

• They are priced the same

What is the goal of the Congolese Institute for Nature Conservation regarding biomass logs by 2013?

• To produce 46 tons of biomass logs monthly

• To export biomass logs internationally

• To make biomass logs the only fuel source

• To stop all charcoal production