Policy Brief: Towards competitive sustainability and well-being of people from European forests

Abstract

Forest Research Institutes provide sciencebased solutions for green transition A sustainable and resilient forest-based bioeconomy is essential for driving the green transition. It provides biobased products and energy, addressing the dual challenges of biodiversity preservation and climate change mitigation. The European forest-based bioeconomy has opportunities to excel its global competitors by enhancing its competitive sustainability*. This can be achieved through strategic investments in research and innovation, fostering a shift towards more sustainable society and economic development. It is imperative that the upcoming EU Bioeconomy Strategy delineates specific research objectives tailored for the forestbased sector to guide this transformation.