Policy implications and recommendations for sustainable bioenergy development in Ethiopia
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 7397284 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Elias W Gabisa (0000-0002-9910-3952), H Gheewala (0000-0002-4300-1551) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 9 |
| Pages | 100612-100612 |
| Publication date | 2025-04-10 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Sustainable Futures (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2666-1888 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100612 |
| OpenAlex | W4409322817 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 57 |
Ethiopia, with its abundant biomass resources, has significant potential to develop a sustainable bioenergy sector. However, current bioenergy policies face challenges that hinder the sector's development, including inefficient resource utilization, lack of technological innovation, and inadequate regulatory frameworks. This study evaluates the existing bioenergy policy landscape in Ethiopia, with a focus on identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement. The research benchmarks Ethiopia's bioenergy policies against the experiences of relatively successful countries, such as Brazil, Germany, and Sweden, to derive actionable insights. Through a comparative policy analysis, this study identifies key drivers of success in bioenergy sectors elsewhere, including supportive regulatory frameworks, public-private partnerships, and incentives for technological innovation and investment. The findings highlight the importance of aligning bioenergy policies with broader sustainability goals, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy security, and promoting rural development. The study also underscores the need for Ethiopia to adopt a more integrated approach, balancing social, environmental, and economic considerations. The study provides a set of policy recommendations aimed at fostering a sustainable bioenergy industry in Ethiopia. These include enhancing stakeholder engagement, improving financial incentives for bioenergy investments, strengthening institutional capacity, and adopting innovative technologies. By implementing these recommendations, Ethiopia can accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable energy future while addressing pressing developmental challenges such as energy access and environmental degradation
Bioenergy · Biofuel · Business · Economics · Environmental planning · Natural resource economics · Political science · Sustainable development · Waste management · Energy and Environment Impacts · Engineering · Environmental Science · Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems · Water-Energy-Food Nexus Studies
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |