PUBLISHER: Prismane Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1752373
PUBLISHER: Prismane Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1752373
Biodiesel is a versatile renewable fuel used across multiple end-use sectors, including automotive, marine, agriculture, aerospace, and heating applications. The fuel segment dominates the global biodiesel market, accounting for nearly 90%. of total biodiesel consumption, with demand projected to grow at a CAGR of ~1.7% through 2034. This growth is largely driven by government blending mandates that require biodiesel to be mixed with traditional fuels, especially in automotive applications.
The automotive industry, a key consumer of biodiesel, faced setbacks during the COVID-19 pandemic due to production shutdowns and reduced market demand, impacting biodiesel consumption in the short term.
Soybean oil, extracted from soybean seeds, is one of the primary raw materials for biodiesel production, accounting for 30% of global biodiesel production in 2024. North America and Central & South America are the leading consumers of soybean oil for biodiesel manufacturing.
Following fuel, power generation is the second-largest application for biodiesel, representing less than 10% of global consumption. Power plants utilizing liquid fuels are increasingly adopting biodiesel to reduce carbon footprints and align with evolving environmental standards.
Other applications include heating oil and cleaning agents. Biodiesel's favorable tax treatment compared to traditional heating oils makes it an attractive option for both domestic and commercial heating systems. Heating oil blends typically combine biodiesel with conventional diesel fuels.
Rising concerns over greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are accelerating the shift towards alternative fuels, bolstering biodiesel demand globally. The fuel's ability to reduce carbon emissions has made it a preferred choice in both developed and developing economies.
While developed nations have established strong biodiesel markets, emerging economies are rapidly increasing their consumption, driving overall global market growth during the forecast period.
Note: Demand Analysis has been provided for all major Regions / Countries as mentioned below. The demand (consumption) split by raw material types and by applications has been provided for each of the countries / regions in Volume (Kilo tons) and Value (USD Million).
Note: CAGR will be calculated for all raw material types and application to arrive at the regional / global demand growth for the forecast period (2025 - 2034)
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