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How to optimise the use of bioenergy for Europe’s climate efforts

News Published 12 Nov 2008 Last modified 21 Jun 2016

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Bioenergy can substantially reduce Europe's greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to achieving the EU's renewable energy target, says a new report by the European Environment Agency. Such benefits, however, can only be realised if policy and economic incentives are in place to minimise the potential negative impacts of bioenergy production.