How can the EU diversify its resources for biofuels while reducing its dependence on imports? One possible answer lies in the use of degraded and marginal lands. In this online talk on "Degraded/marginal Lands: Do they offer a way to diversify our resources for biofuels and reduce our dependence on imports? – Portayal of relevant studies and discussion" international experts will share their experiences and findings to highlight the opportunities and challenges of using degraded/marginal lands for biofuels.

The main objective of the workshop is to bring together relevant scientific authors working on marginal and degraded land, in order to discuss:

• current scientific perspectives and assessment approaches,
• the latest publications and data,
• estimates of the size and potential of marginal and degraded land,
• and the differing definitions used across disciplines and studies.

 In addition, we aim to explore policy implications similar to those highlighted in your paper regarding cover crops/degraded lands, and to extend this discussion to other potential low-ILUC feedstocks (e.g. agroforestry systems) and the interconnection of bioeconomy sectors demands (e.g. SAF and peat substitute/growing media).

 The talk will be held in English.