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Sustainable maps development. Abengoa Bioenergy has developed a detailed methodology for the generation of sustainable maps that would make it possible to qualify a region as “RBSA Sustainable origin”, by processing satellite images, related database and preservation figures, and specifically identifying those areas that are described as permitted RED categories for biodiversity and carbon stock. In addition, the RBSA scheme does not allow biomass supplies from areas with a change in land use (as described in relevant EC communication), and therefore, would not eventually be considered in the GHG emission balances. As final outcome of the combined process, a RBSA sustainable origin is obtained, that fully complies with all RED sustainable criteria for biodiversity and carbon stock, and that has also maintained land use without change. After that the so - called RBSA sustainable origins list can be generated, which directly qualifies a consignment of biomass as RED compliant primarily by demonstrating proper origin (if included in the list).
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