European Bioeconomy Alliance Submits Formal Contribution to EU Bioeconomy Strategy
European Bioeconomy Alliance Contribution to EU Bioeconomy Strategy
The European Bioeconomy Alliance (EUBA), of which Bioenergy Europe is a member, has officially submitted its contribution to the EU consultation on the upcoming Bioeconomy Strategy. This comprehensive proposal outlines practical, cross-sector policy recommendations aimed at positioning Europe as a global leader in the sustainable, circular bioeconomy.
Key Calls from EUBA’s Contribution
Based on the submission shared by EUBA , here are the main asks:
Secure access to sustainably sourced biomass
Advocate for a coherent EU-wide biomass policy that balances supply with sustainability and biodiversity protection—mainstreaming bio-based resources across sectors.
Bolster investment and financing tools
Strengthen funding mechanisms (e.g., BBI JU 2.0) and public incentives to reduce risks and attract private capital to bioeconomy innovations.
Unlock markets for bio-based products
Introduce incentives and drive procurement policies to accelerate market acceptance of bio-based alternatives in key sectors .
Enhance regulatory coherence and market access
Simplify regulatory pathways, remove bureaucratic bottlenecks, and create clearer guidance to ease scaling of bio-based products.
Support innovation, standards, and workforce development
Invest in cutting-edge R&D, harmonize technical standards, and promote education & vocational training to build a skilled bioeconomy workforce.
Why These Elements Matter
Sustainable biomass supply ensures feedstock availability while protecting ecosystems.
Stable financing frameworks are vital for scaling first-of-a-kind bio-based facilities across the EU.
Market stimulation—via incentives and public demand—helps Europe capture economic value and reduce fossil dependency.
Regulatory coherence lowers entry barriers and aligns cross-sector bioeconomy efforts.
Innovation ecosystems and talent pools underpin technological advances and future competitiveness.
Bioenergy Europe welcomes EUBA’s comprehensive contribution, which aligns closely with our own mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition.
This consultation phase continues through mid‑2025, with the European Commission set to publish an updated Bioeconomy Strategy in late 2025 or early 2026. Bioenergy Europe and EUBA will continue engaging to build consensus among policymakers, industry, and research bodies.
