Opening or Foreclosing Futures? A Longitudinal Analysis of European Bioeconomy Foresight (SCAR, 2007-2020)

Key Points

• Longitudinal analysis reveals trends in bioeconomy development over 13 years, emphasizing sustainability.
• Significant shifts in policy frameworks were noted, impacting bioeconomy foresight metrics.
• Assessment using historical data from SCAR shows varied outcomes across different EU member states.
• Findings suggest potential pathways for future bioeconomy initiatives and policies in Europe.