Dataset on field estimation of vegetation cover loss due to charcoal production in Afram Plains of Ghana.

The impact of urban charcoal consumption on tree cover loss in Ghana remains understudied, with limited data and inconsistent methodologies hindering a comprehensive understanding. This data article addresses these gaps by presenting a valuable dataset on charcoal production and its environmental implications in the Afram Plains of Ghana. A systematic data collection process was undertaken, encompassing 29 charcoal production sites across four communities: Tease, Odumasua, Anlo Fasso, and Forifori.