The paper focuses on bioenergy and the dual role it can play in contributing to the achievement of the   Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of the 2030 Agenda, particularly the SDG7 on energy and related objectives, as well as the mitigation of climate change. It includes a presentation of bioenergy technologies with a focus on biofuels.

The fourteenth issue of the External Trade Bulletin of the ESCWA Region includes statistical data and indicators on the international trade in goods of ESCWA member countries. The facts and figures presented are based primarily on national sources, with additional material provided by secondary sources.