About the project

The project will support the creation of "bioenergy regions" in rural areas of Europe.

A "bioenergy region" gets at least 1/3 of its heating and electricity needs from regional and sustainable bioenergy sources, with main focus on solid biomass.

BioRegions will:

  • Support the development of efficient and reliable markets for solid biomass in the five target regions.
  • Stimulate investment into bioenergy projects and trading businesses of local Stakeholders.
  • Inspire further rural areas  to follow the example of the target regions.

Expected project results

Each region will formally adopt an Action Plan with a timetable and milestones to enhance their bio-energy to at least 1/3 of the energy demand for electricity and heating.

  1. The first steps of the plan will be implemented, with at least 2MW of projects in the pipeline by the end of BioRegions
  2. 5 specific projects will have their funding options analysed and will get support to secure full funding
  3. After the end of the project there will be a clear plan, political support and a critical mass of engaged local actors that will ensure the continuation of the project activities.
  4. The network of ELARD that has access to more than 600 regions of Europe will be encouraged and supported to implement similar activities in their area.

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BioRegions is supported by the EC under the programme Intelligent Energy Europe