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Bioenergy: Reliable energy for tomorrow

 

Biomass plays an important role in the heating and energy transition as a substitute for fossil fuels. The new information film from the Austrian Biomass Association is a continuation of the article “With the forest against the climate crisis” and shows how important the consistent change to renewable energies is for security of supply and how regional value creation can be strengthened at the same time. We have summarised the key statements for you below.

Ensuring a Secure Energy Future with Bioenergy

“(…) The use of biomass plays a crucial role in this context. It accounts for more than half of renewable energy and is sourced from sustainably managed forests, agriculture, and by-products from the wood and food industries,” says Franz Titschenbacher (President of the Austrian Biomass Association).

 

 

 

Bioenergy as the Key to Energy Security

Unlike wind and solar power, which are weather-dependent and therefore volatile, bioenergy provides a reliable energy source. Plants store solar energy during their growth, which is available in the form of wood, pellets, or wood chips at any time — independent of season or weather. This not only reduces dependency on the electricity grid but also ensures more stable energy prices.

 

 

The capacities of renewable energy must be urgently expanded. Bioenergy plays a crucial role in this, as it is particularly efficient and cost-effective in providing heat

Dr. Georg Benke Dipl.-Ing., Energy Expert

Regional Value Creation and Sustainability

Bioenergy is not only climate-friendly but also strengthens the regional economy. It is sourced from sustainably managed forests, agriculture, and waste materials from the wood and food industries. In addition to providing heat and electricity, it helps replace fossil fuels and secures regional jobs.

Modern biomass technologies are making bioenergy increasingly efficient and cleaner. A significant potential lies in carbon capture, where CO₂ is extracted from combustion gases and stored long-term in former fossil reservoirs. This could not only slow climate change but even help cool the Earth’s atmosphere.

“The IPCC report shows that the 1.5-degree target cannot be achieved without bioenergy combined with carbon capture and storage,” states energy expert Dr. Georg Benke, Dipl.-Ing.