The push to establish an EU-wide bioeconomy is gaining momentum through key initiatives such as the European Union’s Green Deal. But it faces obstacles, not least the need to update the way data is processed and shared among member states.

Bringing nature back into cities can help fight global warming

The EU has heavily invested in projects to renature cities. After the European elections, a new executive will head the EU. What will happen to the NBS policy?

The English city is leaving behind its maritime past by introducing innovative green solutions into its urban spaces

Increasing the woody biomass supply sustainably, continuously and at acceptable prices is a huge challenge

Genomics is going to improve our understanding of the genetic make-up of pines

Reaching forest sustainability is a challenge that could benefit from recently developed modelling tools designed to assist policy makers in their decisions

More accurate data regarding the extent to which greenhouse gases stemming from human activity interplays with the balance of carbon stocks in Europe will soon be available to inform policies. But would that make a difference?

As global demand for timber certified as being sustainable is growing, European small forest owners are still reluctant to gain certification. But increasing economic advantages may shift their position.

Andrea Lazzeri, University of Pisa, Italy, is investigating biomass’ applications from forest-derived materials

Local renewable energy sources such as woodchips offer the advantage of being sustainable and reducing dependency on energy imports. Yet, they are best used for combined heat and power production