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The aims of the survey were to:

• Identify areas of expertise and interest within the Union (Members, Commissions and Secretariat) related to energy and biodiversity;
• Identify and mobilise resources to bring into the energy stakeholders network;
• Identify and fill gaps in ������ϲʿ�������ֳ�ֱ��’s knowledge and expertise through partnerships.

They main conclusions include:

• ������ϲʿ�������ֳ�ֱ�� has a niche in sound science and credible research, policy and action, awareness-raising.
• ������ϲʿ�������ֳ�ֱ�� will undertake assessments and develop tools for assessing potential implications for biodiversity and livelihoods of different energy options and technologies.
• Work will particularly address questions around biofuels and nuclear.
• Energy work will also link into climate change issues, especially on policy.

The full results from the survey can be read in the December 2006 report.