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2025 November 12

WBA Roundtable Discussion at COP30

Bioenergy's role in global energy transformation 

November 12th, 18:00 BRT, WGEO Pavilion – Blue Zone COP30 

 

Background 

Modern bioenergy plays a key role in the global energy transition. It can provide renewable heat, power, transport fuels, clean cooking solutions, etc., offering a reliable and flexible renewable energy solution. As countries make efforts to move toward net-zero targets, bioenergy can offer practical pathways for decarbonizing different sectors while contributing to local development. 

Across the world, bioenergy takes many forms, based on the availability and accessibility of feedstocks, technology, and an established supply chain. Sharing experiences from different parts of the world is essential to scale up bioenergy deployment, replicate successful cases, share knowledge, and contribute to climate and energy goals across different contexts. 

 

In Focus  

This session will focus on practical examples and lessons from research and bioenergy projects around the world. Speakers will present how bioenergy is creating new ways for decarbonization, driving renewable energy deployment, and supporting local economies. 

 

Questions for Panel Discussion  

  1. How can modern bioenergy technologies support a just transition and local economic development? 
  2. How can lessons from local projects inform national and/or international bioenergy strategies? 
  3. What are the key challenges facing the bioenergy sector that could hinder its further progress? 
  4. What opportunities exist for collaboration across regions to scale up, deploy, and implement sustainable bioenergy supply chains? 

 

Agenda: 

  • Video presentation of Bioenergy Horizons Documentary Trailer (5 min) 
  • Expert Interventions (25 min) 
  • Oscar Espinosa Mijares, Bio Forestal, Mexico (Moderator) 
  • Glaucia Souza, University of São Paulo, Brazil 
  • Gabriel Ho, Asian SAF Association, Singapore 
  • Aikawa Takanobu, PwC Consulting LLC, PwC Intelligence, Japan 
  • Q&A Session (10-15 min)