Bioeconomy An Integrated Modelling Framework for the Forest-based

AbstractThis paper describes the conceptual design of a regional modelling framework to assessscenarios for the forest-based bioeconomy. The framework consists of a core set oftools: a partial equilibrium model for the forest sector, a forestry dynamics model forforest growth and harvest and a wood resources balance sheet. The framework can beexpanded to include an energy model, a land use model and a forest owner decisionmodel. This partially integrated, multi-disciplinary modelling framework is described,with particular emphasis on the structure of the variables to be exchanged between theframework tools. The data exchange is subject to a series of integrity checks to ensurethat the model is computing the correct information in the correct format and order ofelements. Introduction Bioeconomy The \bioeconomy" refers to the sustainable production and conversion of biomass into a rangeof industrial and non-industrial products and energy. It o ers opportunities and solutions to(not yet published) (1)

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