Bamboo, versatile organic raw material
In an age of fossil fuel dependence and rampant deforestation, bamboo is something of a miracle crop. It is used as…
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BIORECER – Guidelines to strengthen current certification schemes for biobased raw materials
The new HORIZON Europe research project BIORECER, which started in September 2022, aims to achieve the best possible environmental performance and…
Enviva publishes White Paper on the evolution of modern bioenergy
Enviva, the world's largest producer of sustainably produced woody biomass, has published a White Paper discussing how…
Bioheat: essential for energy independence and security in the EU
With sky-high prices for gas, oil and electricity, the EU is facing a major energy crisis this winter, and many…
Will the European forest and its firewood help Europe survive the winter?
How do we get through the winter with the impending gas crisis approaching? The European Commission wants European countries to...
US invests $2 billion in biobased production and biotechnology
US President Joe Biden has launched an ambitious $2 billion plan to boost the bioeconomy and biotechnology in the…
Woody biomass: imaging vs reality
What about cutting down trees for woody biomass? There is regular discussion about this, especially on social…
Balanced management of the raw materials transition and the energy transition for broad prosperity
The way we currently deal with energy, raw materials and materials leads to climate change, loss of biodiversity and environmental problems. To…
The Raw Materials Transition, a plan by the Northern Netherlands Industry Table
All products we make and use are made from raw materials. Most of these are still fossils. To a…
REDIII adoption welcome, but “primary woody biomass” raises concerns
In response to the European Parliament's vote, Bioenergy Europe says it will approve the review of…
NVDE reaction on Budget Day: take off rose-colored glasses, put on a construction helmet
The Netherlands has taken major steps towards a more sustainable energy system. At the same time, much more action is needed to achieve the climate goals:…
Impression of the Bio Energy Plant in Cuijk on the Open Energy Day 2022
September 17 was the Open Energy Day, organized by NVDE. During this day you could visit dozens of locations, through…
