Web220816: How IEA Bioenergy can assist New Zealand transition to a low emissions economy

In its Emissions Reduction Plan the Government has proposed that New Zealand transition to be a circular bioeconomy.

By 2050, Aotearoa New Zealand will have a circular economy with a thriving bioeconomy that seizes the opportunities from global trends and shifting consumer preferences.

Bioenergy provides an economic foundation for this transition and a key benefit is the greenhouse gas emissions reduction which occurs immediately a bioenergy solution is implemented. New Zealand is a member of the IEA Bioenergy programme and this provides access to the world’s best bioenergy researchers.

In this webinar, Paul outlined the work of IEA Bioenergy and showed how we can better use this tool to faster progress the transition to a circular bioeconomy. The next phase of the transition will require an increase in our knowledge base and the adaptation of international science to our biomass resources and their integration with wise land use.

About the presenter

Paul is responsible for Scion’s research and development efforts on Biofuels and Bioenergy. Paul has a Chemistry back-ground, with over 25 years technical and commercial expertise in transport fuels, biofuels and bioenergy.

Currently, his key focus is identifying the optimum route to large scale implementation of bioenergy and biofuels in New Zealand.

Paul is the Chair of the IEA Bioenergy Association and has knowledge of the programmes available to New Zealand

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - The Bioenergy Association supports members by providing opportunities such as this webinar that contribute towards CPD and maintaining registration as a biogas adviser. Contact the Executive Officer for more details.

Attendance at this webinar was free courtesy of