The Bio+ program aims to strengthen and increase understanding of the role of bioenergy in a sustainable, resilient, and robust energy system, and plays a key role in building knowledge and expertise in bio-based solutions.
The program supports research, innovation, and business development to accelerate the development and commercialization of solutions within the bioenergy sector, as well as to provide a basis for policy-making. In doing so, the program helps strengthen Sweden’s position as a leading country in security of supply and sustainable energy transition.
To ensure that the Bio+ program contributes to a long-term sustainable energy transition and that the 2030–2045 targets are met, the following outcome objectives have been defined:
Well-founded choices
Future decisions within the bioenergy sector should be based on science and a holistic perspective, where economic, social, and environmental goals are balanced to create synergies. Development pathways and market mechanisms should be coordinated so that they support societal and climate goals and contribute to a robust, flexible, and efficient energy system.
Sustainable value chains
Sustainable value chains within the bioenergy sector are primarily built on the utilization of by-products and residues (including biogenic carbon dioxide) in interaction with other industries and sectors both upstream and downstream, contributing to increased energy and resource efficiency.
Resource-efficient solutions
The development of resource- and cost-efficient solutions enables increased supply capacity and competitiveness in international markets. These solutions range from individual components to system solutions and emphasize the flexibility and versatility of biofuels in a fossil-free energy system.
New player constellations
New or expanded constellations of actors are formed, fostering collaboration and continuous knowledge exchange nationally and internationally. Resource-efficient bio-based system solutions are developed and implemented as a result of these constellations, with a focus on the potential of bioenergy.
High level of competence
Companies and organizations in Sweden can easily recruit the skills in demand within the bioenergy sector to accelerate the transition. National expertise in the field is strong and adapted to meet societal needs, with excellent research environments where researchers move between academia and industry.
The goals are described in more detail in by the Swedish Energy Agency on their website.