Integrated assessment of the role of bioenergy within the EU energy transition targets to 2050

Mandley, Steven; Wicke, Birka; Junginger, H.M.; Vuuren, Detlef van; Daioglou, Vassilis

doi:10.1111/gcbb.12908

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“…All upstream emissions for bioenergy production are allocated to the consuming region in this study. For the 'free trade' scenario, in concurrence with previous studies deploying these model settings, 7,25 Europe follows an emission trajectory tightly aligned with its Paris agreement commitments. This amounts to a cumulative net mitigation contribution from bioenergy of 6.2 GtCO 2 eq.…”

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confidence: 73%

“…The scenario settings have been used in previous assessments of international bioenergy developments. 7,9,25 This scenario assumes a middle-of-the-road socioeconomic development as described by the Shared Socioeconomic Pathway (SSP2), 26 meeting a 2 °C climate target (RCP2.6). The SSP2 follows a path whereby social, economic and technological patterns, including the management of global commons, follow historical patterns.…”

Section: Scenario Trade Constraintsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The implications of geopolitical, socioeconomic, and regulatory constraints on European bioenergy imports and associated greenhouse gas emissions to 2050

Mandley

Wicke

Junginger

et al. 2022

Biofuels Bioprod Bioref

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Modern sustainable bioenergy can contribute toward mid‐century European energy decarbonization targets by replacing fossil fuels. Fulfilling this role would require access to increased volumes of bioenergy, with extra‐EU imports projected to play an important part. Access to this resource on the international marketplace is not governed by Europe's economic competitiveness alone. This study investigates geopolitical, socioeconomic, and regulatory considerations that can influence Europe's bioenergy imports but that are so far underexplored. The effect of these constraints on European import volumes, sourcing regions, mitigation potential, and their implications for European and global emissions is projected to the year 2050 using a global integrated assessment model. The projections show that Europe can significantly increase imports from 1.5 EJ year−1 in 2020 to 8.1 EJ year−1 by 2050 whilst remaining compliant with Renewables Energy Directive recast II (RED II) greenhouse gas (GHG) criteria. Under these conditions, bioenergy could provide annual GHG mitigation of 0.44 GtCO2eq. in 2050. However, achieving this would require a structural diversification of trading partners from the present. Furthermore, socioeconomic and logistical concerns may limit the feasibility of some of the projected major sourcing regions, including Africa and South America. Failure to overcome these challenges within supplying regions could limit European imports by 60%, reducing annual mitigation to 0.16 GtCO2eq. in 2050. From a global perspective, regions with a comparatively carbon‐intense energy system offer an alternative destination for globally traded biomass that could increase the mitigative potential of bioenergy. © 2022 The Authors. Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining published by Society of Industrial Chemistry and John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

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Section: Cumulative Net Mitigation For Europesupporting

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Section: Scenario Trade Constraintsmentioning

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The implications of geopolitical, socioeconomic, and regulatory constraints on European bioenergy imports and associated greenhouse gas emissions to 2050

Mandley

Wicke

Junginger

et al. 2022

Biofuels Bioprod Bioref

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“…Moreover, the European Commission has released a new growth strategy aiming to transform the European Union (EU) into a modern economy where there are "no net emissions of greenhouse gases in 2050". To achieve these zero emission rates, environmental and energy efficiency construction design rules have been recently introduced in building standards [24]. Another relevant factor related to the building sector in the context of emission reduction is heating/cooling energy reduction, which of course shall always be considered [25].…”

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The Use of Waste Tyre Rubber Recycled Products in Lightweight Timber Frame Systems as Acoustic Insulation: A Comparative Analysis of Acoustic Performance

Balmori,

Casado-Sanz,

Machimbarrena

et al. 2023

Buildings

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The current European standards demand more energy-efficient, comfortable, and sustainable buildings and encourage the incorporation of recycled materials in building construction. Timber buildings are successfully competing with traditional building materials in addressing these challenges; however, one of the weaknesses of timber systems is their limited sound insulation capacity. One material that can fit into the sustainability aims of timber construction and improve its acoustic performance is recycled ground tyre rubber (GTR), which, on top of this, is a serious environmental problem. This paper presents research on the use of GTR materials combined with timber systems in order to improve their acoustic performance. Three different types of GTR products (granulate, rolls, and sheets) of different thicknesses and densities are selected and are combined with different sound-absorbing materials (mineral wool, cellulose, and wood fibre) inside a lightweight timber sandwich system. In this study, the first qualitative approach, the acoustic performance of the different resulting systems is compared based on the sound pressure level difference measured in a custom-made reduced-size transmission chamber. Secondly, the sound reduction index of four selected specimens is measured in an accredited sound transmission laboratory. The results show that, for all the lightweight timber systems included in this research, introducing a GTR layer improves the acoustic performance of the system.

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“…At the EU level, bioenergy is the most flexible and intensively utilized renewable energy source, with electricity consumption reaching 5.6 Ej/yr [12]. It is anticipated that biomass will continue Energies 2024, 17, 554 2 of 20 to provide a substantial portion of renewable energy, with a 50% increase over the next decade until 2030, catering to the electricity and heat demand, as well as meeting the energy needs of the industry [13,14]. In 2017, biomass from forests accounted for 69% of the total biomass used for energy production [15], with the heating and cooling sector consuming about 75% of all bioenergy (bioelectricity and biofuels for transportation being 13% and 12%, respectively) [16].…”

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Forest Biomass in Bioenergy Production in the Changing Geopolitical Environment of the EU

Kożuch,

Cywicka,

Górna

2024

Energies

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The article examines the potential utilization of forest biomass in bioenergy production in Europe, taking into account limiting and developmental factors. The methodology includes a strategic analysis and the use of PEST analysis to evaluate the market for wood biomass. In the context of the current geopolitical situation and the decarbonization goals of the EU, the authors recommend accelerating energy transformation and highlighting forest biomass as an alternative within renewable energy sources. A literature review indicates the need to revise EU assumptions to enable the use of wood for bioenergy production, taking into account the needs of the wood industry. The analysis of economic factors shows competitiveness of forest biomass against coal, yet challenges arise regarding resource availability and competition with other energy sources. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of sustainable forest resource management and technological innovation. In the context of an energy crisis, the article underscores the role of innovation and recycling in alleviating shortages in energy markets. Conclusions highlight the imperative to develop a sustainable energy strategy for forest resource management and engage EU countries in the development of new biofuel and renewable energy sources for energy security and environmental protection.

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Integrated assessment of the role of bioenergy within the EU energy transition targets to 2050

Abstract: This is an open access article under the terms of the Creat ive Commo ns Attri bution License, which permits use, distribution and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

Cited by 17 publications

References 28 publications

The implications of geopolitical, socioeconomic, and regulatory constraints on European bioenergy imports and associated greenhouse gas emissions to 2050

The implications of geopolitical, socioeconomic, and regulatory constraints on European bioenergy imports and associated greenhouse gas emissions to 2050

The Use of Waste Tyre Rubber Recycled Products in Lightweight Timber Frame Systems as Acoustic Insulation: A Comparative Analysis of Acoustic Performance

Forest Biomass in Bioenergy Production in the Changing Geopolitical Environment of the EU

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