- About Us

Project developer and operator with a focus on social co-benefits

Mansa Carbon creates transformative climate solutions through direct partnerships with local communities. We deliver high- integrity carbon projects that promote sustainable development and generate lasting social impact in the Sahel region of West Africa. Our approach combines rigorous digital monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV), community training, and continuous engagement to ensure the highest project integrity. We empower communities to lead their own climate journey. We carefully screen all potential projects to ensure each has a unique element. This approach gives us confidence that our projects will attract premium pricing rather than generic rates.

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Our Mission

At Mansa Carbon, we collaborate with and finance local partners to deliver impactful climate projects. Through innovative solutions and deep community engagement, we transform lives and foster sustainable development in developing nations.

Our Vision

We strive to reduce carbon emissions and improve health outcomes through initiatives like clean cookstoves. By driving integrated climate and social programs, we contribute to global goals of poverty alleviation, gender equality, and climate action.

- Project

Our Projects Driving Real Climate Impact

Gua Teliman Project

The Gua Teliman project is Mansa Carbon's first major project, based in Mali.

Less smoke healthier environment for women to cook in

Less firewood reduction in the alarming rate of deforestation

Less time poverty women can add around 20 hours in their week by cooking more efficiently and collecting less firewood

Safer for children = less change of children suffering burns

The non-technical summary Local stakeholder feedback files

"The gua teliman has transformed my daily life. Firewood has become more scarce and expensive so this has a big impact on my family."

Kadiatou Traore

N'Tentoubougou

"With the improved stove, my kitchen is far less smoky and my respiratory issues have significantly reduced. I feel safer and healthier."

Djénébou Coulibaly

Berila

"The gua teliman is very efficient as it has two sides allowing me to cook rice and sauce at the same time"

Mariam Samaké

N'Tentoubougou

"My eyes no longer burn from smoke, and cooking has become a more pleasant experience. I can breathe easier and enjoy preparing meals for my family"

Sira Samaké

Bagayogobougou

"We receive a lot of training and there are regular checks to ensure we're using the stove to its maximum capability"

Rokia Traoré

Dialacoro

Inspired by Mansa Musa, the legendary ruler of the Mali Empire, our name stands for vision, transformation, and shared prosperity.

Just as Musa uplifted his people through wisdom and innovation, Mansa Carbon strives to create pathways where climate action drives economic and social progress. We believe Africa’s potential lies not just in its resources, but in its people — their ingenuity, resilience, and ability to lead a sustainable future. Our mission is to empower communities across the continent with inclusive, science-backed climate solutions that strengthen both the planet and livelihoods.

- The Challenge

why we focus on clean cooking across Mali

Mali faces some of the harshest climate realities in the Sahel. Population growth, political instability, and increasing firewood demand threaten both people and ecosystems. Traditional 3-stone fires produce heavy smoke and consume vast amounts of wood, leading to deforestation and health problems. Our approach tackles these challenges head-on — empowering local women to lead the solution while protecting vital trees like Vitellaria paradoxa (the shea nut tree), which anchors soil and supports Mali’s rural economy.