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Discover how the biomass producing and converting sectors contribute to the economy of the EU and its Member States!

  • Topic / Tool | Last updated: 22 Apr 2026
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Contribution of the bioeconomy to jobs and growth in the EU (2024).

  • In 2023, the biomass producing and converting sectors of the EU economy generated up to €863 billion in value added in the European Union (5.0% of the EU GDP).
  • 17.1 million jobs were created, accounting for 7.9% of total EU employment. While the number of jobs is similar to that of 2022, some bio-based manufacturing activities, such as bio-based chemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics and rubber or the manufacture of food products and beverages, did show an increase in the number of persons employed.
  • Over the last years, the socioeconomic indicators of the bioeconomy have shown an increasing contribution to GDP and R&D expenditure, evincing the potential for fostering innovation, productivity and competitiveness.

 

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EU bioeconomy at a glance: Focus on economic value added, employment and innovation
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