Developing Integrated Biomass Strategies - Links Between Regional and National Biomass Action Plans

Biomass as a renewable energy source is a vital component of meeting the EU targets for renewable energy. In order to reach the EU's biomass potential and renewable energy target there is a strong call for integrated and coherent biomass strategies. This paper provides an overview of the biomass action planning at the national and regional level in the EU and examines four regional biomass action plans (BAPs; of Central Finland, North Karelia in Finland, Scotland and South-East Ireland) in search for both common features and differing factors between national and regional levels. It can be concluded that the structures of biomass plans are similar at both levels, but the motivations for their establishment can differ greatly. Involvement of stakeholders at all levels benefits the development and implementation of BAPs. Regional biomass plans can play an essential role in facilitating the challenging task of biomass policy coordination at national level and strengthening the national efforts to reach renewable energy targets. A clearer definition for the form and function of BAPs supports the further development of such plans.

KAUTTO Niina; 

2009-04-16

O.Ö.Energiesparverband

JRC49955

https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/handle/JRC49955,