AgroBioHeat and BLOMa Sudplus: Biomass for Mediterranean Heating

AgroBioHeat and BLOMa sudplus, funded by Horizon 2020, advance agricultural biomass use for heating in Mediterranean regions. The projects conduct 350 analyses, test residues like olive pits and grape pomace in domestic boilers, and develop a RED II-compliant certification manual. Outputs include a Mediterranean fuels guide, carbon footprint tool, and BIORAISE platform updates. Involving 16 enterprises across seven countries, the initiative supports rural development, reduces emissions from open burning, and addresses barriers like fuel variability and weak legislation. Key stakeholders include ESES, manufacturers, installers, and farms, with training and policy recommendations.