Expected growth in bioheat and power
Favourable policies secure investments in district heating and combined heat and power plants.
Growing sustainably. 28 % of Swedens power supply is derived from bio-fuels, ensuring growth that is both economic and sustainable.
The output from bio energy in the Swedish energy supply measures 125 TWh. This is more than that of water and nuclear power combined. According to the Swedish Bioenergy Association the increase in use of bio energy explains how Sweden can reduce emissions while still experiencing economic growth.
The Swedish Government expect the use of bio-power to increase by 10 TWh by 2011, an increase largely due to extensive developments of combined heat and power stations, as well as district heating. Conditions for developing combined heat and power in Sweden are good, spurred by the system of tradable green certificates. The Swedish Government has decided to prolong this scheme till 2030. This decision secures long term commitments in the field of renewable energy.
Further reading
The Swedish Bioenergy Association
Swedish District Heating Association
Read more about Sweden's policies on climate, energy and renewable energy
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