The Renewable Energy Directive and the challenges for the Biodiesel Industry: Insigths into a dynamic and opaque industry

The book explores the European Parliament's 2009 climate and energy package, particularly the 20:20:20 Energy Strategy aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. It outlines a comprehensive 10-year action plan to enhance energy efficiency and boost the use of renewable energies across all 27 EU Member States. A significant focus is placed on biofuels in the transport sector, highlighting their current minimal contribution to total transport fuels and the potential for political incentives and technological advancements to significantly increase their share by 2020.