The use of bioenergy does therefore not contribute to increased emissions of CO2. However, for bioenergy to be sustainable, environmental, economic and social issues must be considered.

By increasing the share of bioenergy of total energy supplied, the Baltic Sea Region can easier reach the EU’s 20-20-20 targets, as well as secure the energy supply, strengthen the economy and create local jobs.

The Baltic Sea Region is rich in biomass resources of which only a small fraction is used for energy purposes today. The experience from the production and use of bioenergy varies greatly through the region and can be transferred through cooperation, technology transfer and knowledge sharing. Trans-national cooperation and harmonized policies will promote the continuing bioenergy market growth in the region.