Biorefineries distribution in the EU

• 803 biorefineries have been identified in the EU, of which 507 produce bio-based chemicals, 363 liquid biofuels and 141 bio-based composites and fibres (multi-product facilities are counted more than once).

• Of those facilities, 177 are reported as integrated biorefineries that combine the production of bio-based products and energy.

• The location of most biorefineries shows correspondence with chemical clusters and ports.

• Generally, the highest concentration of biorefineries is located in the central part of the EU, particularly in Belgium and the Netherlands.

• Agricultural resources are the feedstock source used by most biorefineries in all EU countries with the exception of Finland, Sweden and Portugal.

• Marine and waste resources are relevant in some countries but not yet highly exploited in biorefineries.