The Review Report on Biomass Energy from Agricultural Wastes (BAW) in the APEC region has been conducted from April to December 2024. Information used in the Report is primarily derived from available sources such as FAO statistical yearbooks, economies’ reports, information from energy data systems, documents from domestic and international workshops, and results from scientific research published in journals. Additional information was collected through electronic surveys / questionnaires with APEC member economies, particularly from the Workshop on Biomass Energy Promotion for Inclusive and Sustainable Agriculture Development in APEC Region was organized in hybrid manner in Ha Noi, Viet Nam from 18 – 20 September 2024.

The Report aims to share information and raise awareness among relevant stakeholders such as policy makers, scientific researchers, businesses, and rural communities in the APEC region about the development of biomass energy from agricultural wastes.