The biogas sector in Flanders has an important economical and societal added value. The societal task of the sector, i.e. contribute to the realization of the European renewable energy and climate targets, is clear. In addition the sector not only produces green power, but also an important share of green heat. Moreover, the sector has many additional functions related to waste management, nutrient processing and employment. In comparison with other environmental and energy generating technologies, this sector does create local employment and a symbiosis with the Flemish economy, among others via the waste sector, consultancy companies, construction companies, research centers and analytical laboratories. In this way most of the support for green power and heat is reinjected in the Flemish economy.
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