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The COST framework of the European Union has decided to support the modernization of forest biomass operations research in Europe to strengthen the continent’s role as the world leader in the utilization of forest biomass for energy. 

Forest biomass is a major contributor for meeting the ambitious 20/20/20 targets of the EU. However, the cost-effective and sustainable procurement of forest biomass remains a challenge for countries around the globe. To tackle that challenge the COST Action “Development and Harmonization of new operational research and assessment procedures for sustainable forest biomass supply” was initiated in October 2009.

The overall objective of the Action is to harmonize forest energy terminology and methodologies of forest operations research and biomass availability calculations thereby building the scientific capacity within forest energy research and supporting the technology transfer of the forest biomass procurement chain and sustainable forest management.

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