Biofuels Market, By Feedstock Type (Vegetable Oil-based Biofuels, Animal Fat-based Biofuels, Algae-based Biofuels, and Waste-based Biofuels), By Fuel Type (Biodiesel, Bioethanol, Biogas, Biojet Fuel, and Biohydrogen), By Application (Transportation, Power Generation, Heating and Cooling, and Industrial Processes), By Production Technology (First-generation Biofuels, Second-generation Biofuels, Third-generation Biofuels and Fourth-generation Biofuels), By End-use Industry (Automotive, Aviation, Shipping and Maritime, Agriculture, Residential, and Manufacturing), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)
The global biofuels market size was valued at US$ 213.68 Bn in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 390.62 Bn by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9% from 2023 to 2030.
Figure 1. Global Biofuels Market Share (%), by Region, 2023
Biofuel is a type of fuel that is derived from biomass, which can include plant or algae material, or animal waste. It is considered a renewable energy source, unlike fossil fuels such as petroleum, coal, and natural gas, as the feedstock material can be readily replenished. Biofuels can be in the form of liquid, solid, or gaseous fuel, and they are produced over a short period from biomass, rather than through the slow natural processes involved in the formation of fossil fuels. They are mostly used for transportation but can also be utilized for heating and electricity. The most common types of biofuels include bioethanol, biodiesel, and renewable diesel, which are produced from renewable biological sources such as plants and algae. Biofuels offer a potential solution to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and address environmental concerns.
Market Dynamics:
Growing demand for biofuels worldwide, increasing carbon emissions, increasing compliance for biofuels, favorable government initiative or policies for the utilization of biofuel, rapid growth of the automotive industry, and well-established infrastructure are the major factors expected to augment the growth of the global bio fuels market during the forecast period.
For instance, in January 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded US$ 118 million in funding for 17 projects to scale up ethanol and other biofuels to help the transportation and manufacturing needs of the U.S. In January 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a new initiative to streamline the review of biofuels and chemicals that can significantly replace the higher Greenhouse gas GHG-emitting fossil fuels, providing a significant push to bio fuels market.
Moreover, in May 2022, SGP BioEnergy announced the development of the most extensive biofuel distribution and production hub in Panama (U.S.), in association with the U.S. government, which is estimated to produce 180,000 barrels of biofuel per day. SGP BioEnergy is an integrated bioenergy products development company that aims to drive tangible solutions and thought leadership through the development of industrial-scale advanced biofuels. The company is developing the world's largest advanced bioenergy platform, anchored by its Golden City Biorefinery in Panama, which is expected to produce 180,000 barrels per day of advanced biofuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), from purpose-grown plant oils, waste fats, and greases. SGP BioEnergy has secured a $250 million equity commitment from Global Emerging Markets (GEM), a European private alternative investment group, for the Golden City Biorefinery project.
Key Features of the Study:
- This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global bio fuels market, and provides market size (US$ Billion) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2023-2030), considering 2022 as the base year.
- It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
- It profiles key players in the global bio fuels market based on the following parameters such as company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
- Key companies covered as a part of this study include Green Plains Inc., Raízen, Cosan Limited, Repsol S.A., TotalEnergies SE, Chevron Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell plc, BP plc, Valero Energy Corporation, Poet, LLC, Neste Corporation, Cargill Incorporated, Wilmar International Limited, Renewable Energy Group, Inc., and Archer Daniels Midland Company, among others.
- Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
- The global bio fuels market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
- Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global bio fuels market.
- By Feedstock Type:
- Vegetable Oil-based Biofuels (e.g., Soybean Oil, Palm Oil, and Rapeseed Oil)
- Animal Fat-based Biofuels (e.g., Tallow and Poultry Fat)
- Algae-based Biofuels
- Waste-based Biofuels (e.g., Used Cooking Oil and Municipal Solid Waste)
- By Fuel Type:
- Biodiesel
- Bioethanol
- Biogas
- Biojet Fuel
- Biohydrogen
- By Application:
- Transportation (Road Vehicles, Aviation, and Marine)
- Power Generation
- Heating and Cooling
- Industrial Processes
- By Production Technology:
- First-generation Biofuels (Conventional Crop-Based)
- Second-generation Biofuels (Cellulosic Biomass)
- Third-generation Biofuels (Algae-Based)
- Fourth-generation Biofuels (Advanced Biofuels)
- By End-use Industry:
- Automotive
- Aviation
- Shipping and Maritime
- Agriculture
- Residential
- Manufacturing
- By Region:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Company Profiles:
- Green Plains Inc.
- Raízen
- Cosan Limited
- Repsol S.A.
- TotalEnergies SE
- Chevron Corporation
- Royal Dutch Shell plc
- BP plc
- Valero Energy Corporation
- Poet, LLC
- Neste Corporation
- Cargill Incorporated
- Wilmar International Limited
- Renewable Energy Group, Inc.
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
- 2. Market Purview
- Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
- Bio Fuels Market, By Feedstock Type
- Bio Fuels Market, By Fuel Type
- Bio Fuels Market, By Application
- Bio Fuels Market , By Production Technology
- Bio Fuels Market, By End-use Industry
- Bio Fuels Market, By Region
- Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
- 3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Growing demand for biofuels across the world
- High cost of biofuel compared to petrol/diesel
- Favorable government initiative or policies
- Impact Analysis
- Key Highlights
- Regulatory Scenario
- Product Launches/Approvals
- PEST Analysis
- PORTER’s Analysis
- Merger and Acquisition Scenario
- 4. Bio Fuels Market – Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
- COVID-19 Epidemiology
- Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
- Economic Impact
- 5. Bio Fuels Market, By Feedstock Type, 2018-2030 US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Vegetable Oil-based Biofuels (e.g., Soybean Oil, Palm Oil, and Rapeseed Oil)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Animal Fat-based Biofuels (e.g., Tallow and Poultry Fat)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Algae-based Biofuels
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Waste-based Biofuels (e.g., Used Cooking Oil and Municipal Solid Waste)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- 6. Bio Fuels Market, By Fuel Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Biodiesel
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Bioethanol
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Biogas
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Biojet Fuel
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Biohydrogen
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- 7. Bio Fuels Market, By Application, 2018-2030, (US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Transportation (Road Vehicles, Aviation, and Marine)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Power Generation
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Heating and Cooling
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Industrial Processes
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- 8. Bio Fuels Market, By Production Technology, 2018-2030, (US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018- 2030
- Segment Trends
- First-generation Biofuels (Conventional Crop-Based)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Second-generation Biofuels (Cellulosic Biomass)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Third-generation Biofuels (Algae-Based)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Fourth-generation Biofuels (Advanced Biofuels)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- 9. Bio Fuels Market, By End-use Industry, 2018-2030, (US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Automotive
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Aviation
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Shipping and Maritime
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Agriculture
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Residential
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Manufacturing
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- 10. Bio Fuels Market, By Region, 2018-2030, (US$ Bn)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2022 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- North America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Feedstock Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Fuel Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Production Technology, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Feedstock Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Fuel Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Production Technology, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Germany
- U.K.
- Spain
- France
- Italy
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Feedstock Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Fuel Type, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Production Technology, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019-2030,(US$ Bn)
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- ASEAN
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- GCC Countries
- Israel
- South Africa
- North Africa
- Central Africa
- Rest of Middle East
- 11. Competitive Landscape
- Green Plains Inc.
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Raízen
- Cosan Limited
- Repsol S.A.
- TotalEnergies SE
- Chevron Corporation
- Royal Dutch Shell plc
- BP plc
- Valero Energy Corporation
- Poet, LLC
- Neste Corporation
- Cargill Incorporated
- Wilmar International Limited
- Renewable Energy Group, Inc.
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Analyst Views
- 12. Section
- Research Methodology
- About us
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