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Ongoing research and developmental endeavors have yielded more sophisticated processes for lignofuels’ production, enhancing their cost efficiency and effectiveness thereby propelling market expansion. State-of-the-art technologies in integrated biorefineries, such as the Neste Porvoo Refinery in Finland, demonstrate the utilization of lignocellulosic sources for biofuel production. Supportive policies and incentives worldwide are driving the rapid growth of the lignofuels industry. For instance, the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) mandates the incorporation of renewable fuels, including cellulosic biofuels, into transportation fuel, ensuring a stable market for lignofuels. Within the European Union, the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) establishes targets for renewable energy in transport, promoting the adoption of biofuels and lignofuels. This report comes with 10% free customization, enabling you to add data that meets your specific business needs.
Market Lifecycle Stage
The lignofuels is in its initial stage of commercialization, while some of the sources, such as algae-based biomass, are in their developing stage. The ecosystem of the lignofuels market comprises lignofuels manufacturers, technology providers, blenders, and end users. The market is still developing, with Europe at the forefront, followed by other regions such as Asia-Pacific and Japan, China, North America, Rest-of-the-World.Industrial Impact
Both private and public investments in lignofuel projects are nurturing innovation and scalability. Sectors such as aviation and shipping are beginning to embrace lignofuels as a viable and sustainable fuel source. The initiation of biofuel testing in commercial aircraft by companies such as Boeing and Airbus signifies a significant shift toward sustainable aviation, expected to foster lignofuel growth.Various global initiatives and policies related to lignofuels are as follows:
Global Initiatives:
Advanced Biofuels Collaboration: Associations such as the Advanced Biofuels Association (ABFA) and the Advanced Biofuels Business Council (ABBC) in the U.S. are fostering the advancement and utilization of advanced lignofuels, stimulating market growth.Renewable Energy Support: The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) supports the global transition to sustainable energy sources, including cellulosic ethanol, through research and policy advocacy.
Policies:
U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS): The U.S. RFS mandates the integration of advanced biofuels, including lignofuels, into the nation's transportation fuel supply, ensuring a burgeoning market.European Union's Renewable Energy Directive II: The EU RED II establishes binding targets for the incorporation of renewable energy in transport, promoting lignofuels. Moreover, numerous countries, such as Finland and Sweden, have introduced national bioeconomy strategies that underscore the role of lignofuels in a sustainable and circular economy.
Market Segmentation:
Segmentation 1: by End User
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Marine
Based on end user, the lignofuels market was led by the automotive segment in 2022.
Segmentation 2: by Source
- Dedicated Energy Crops
- Agricultural Residue
- Forest Residue
- Urban Waste
Segmentation 3: by Processing Technology
- Thermochemical
- Biochemical
Segmentation 4: by Region
- North America - U.S., Canada, and Mexico
- Europe - Germany, France, Sweden, Finland, and Rest-of-Europe
- China
- U.K.
- Asia-Pacific and Japan - Japan, India, ASEAN, and Rest-of-Asia-Pacific and Japan
- Rest-of-the-World - Middle East and Africa and South America
Recent Developments in Lignofuels Market
- In May 2023, Dow and New Energy Blue LLC. announced a partnership to create sustainable plastic materials from corn residue.
- In November 2022, Shell entered into a long-term agreement with Brazil's Raizen to purchase a total of 3.25 billion liters of sugar-cane cellulosic ethanol.
- In September 2022, Nuseed broadened its bioenergy portfolio, acquiring assets and forming a long-term alliance with GranBio to expedite the global expansion of energy cane.
- In August 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the nation's premier 2G cellulosic ethanol biorefinery, the Indian Oil project, located in Panipat, Haryana, India.
Demand - Drivers and Challenges
The following are the demand drivers for the lignofuels market:
- Government Policies Benefiting Lignofuels
- Collaborative Efforts of Government and Manufacturers for Promoting Sustainable Biofuels
- Availability of Waste and Residues Feedstock to Benefit Lignofuels
The market is expected to face some challenges:
- Slower Commercialization of Lignofuels
- Variations in Feedstock Prices across Regions and Countries
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Product/Innovation Strategy: The product segment helps the reader to understand the different sources and processing technology involved in the lignofuels market. The source segment has been segmented into dedicated energy crops, agricultural residue, forest residue, and urban waste. The processing technology segment has been segmented into thermochemical and biochemical. Moreover, the study provides the reader with a detailed understanding of the lignofuels market based on end users, including automotive, aerospace, and marine. The increasing adoption of lignofuels in renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel is expected to fuel market growth in the future.Growth/Marketing Strategy: The lignofuels market has seen major development by key players operating in the market, such as business expansions, partnerships, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures. The favored strategy for the companies has been business partnerships to strengthen their position in the lignofuels market. For instance, in May 2023, Dow and New Energy Blue LLC. announced a partnership to create sustainable plastic materials from corn residue.
Competitive Strategy: Key players in the lignofuels market analyzed and profiled in the study involve lignofuels manufacturers and the overall ecosystem. Moreover, a detailed competitive benchmarking of the players operating in the lignofuels market has been done to help the reader understand how players stack against each other, presenting a clear market landscape. Additionally, comprehensive competitive strategies such as partnerships, agreements, acquisitions, and collaborations will aid the reader in understanding the untapped revenue pockets in the market.
Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis
Lignofuels, an increasingly promising alternative to conventional fossil fuels, are currently experiencing a notable surge in popularity due to a convergence of factors. These factors encompass environmental concerns, technological advancements, and supportive government policies and initiatives.In light of the growing awareness of climate change and environmental degradation, lignofuels have emerged as a sustainable solution. They are derived from lignocellulosic feedstocks such as non-food crops, agricultural waste, and forest residue, offering a carbon-neutral or even carbon-negative alternative to traditional fossil fuels. For instance, the expansion of the lignofuels market is evident through the rising adoption of wood-based lignocellulosic feedstocks in biofuel production, as seen with Finland's UPM company.
Some of the prominent producers of lignofuels are:
Company Type 1 (by Source): Dedicated Energy Crops
- Gevo, Inc.
- Aemetis Inc
- BlueFire Renewables
- Axens
Company Type 2 (by Source): Agricultural Residue
- New Energy Blue, LLC
- Enerkem
- Praj Industries
- Clariant AG
- Raizen
- Gevo, Inc.
Company Type 3 (by Source): Forest Residue
- Lessaffre
- Ensyn Corporation
- Red Rock Biofuels LLC
- BlueFire Renewables
- American Process
- Axens
Company Type 4 (by Source): Urban Waste
- Enerkem
- LanzaTech Global
- BlueFire Renewables
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Table of Contents
1 Market
2 Application
3 Products
4 Regions
5 Market - Competitive Benchmarking and Company Profiles
6 Research Methodology
List of Figures
List of Tables
Executive Summary
The global lignofuels market is estimated to reach $ 3.34 billion by 2032, reveals the premium market intelligence study. The study also highlights that the market is set to witness a CAGR of 7.75% during the forecast period 2023-2032.Lignofuels, an increasingly promising alternative to conventional fossil fuels, are currently experiencing a notable surge in popularity due to a convergence of factors. These factors encompass environmental concerns, technological advancements, and supportive government policies and initiatives.
USP of the Report
- Extensive competitive benchmarking of 15 key players to offer a holistic view of the lignofuels market landscape
Market segregation based on source, processing technology, and end user
- Key developments in the end-user industry
- Supply chain analysis
- Pricing analysis
- Product benchmarking
- Snapshot of transportation grade bio-ethanol market
- Cost break-up of lignofuels (cellulosic ethanol) plant
- Investment landscape, including product adoption scenario and patent analysis
Analyst Perspective
According to Sachin Singh, Lead Analyst, 'Lignofuels, also called 2G ethanol or cellulosic ethanol, is gaining traction in the aerospace industry owing to its increased consumption in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The lignofuels market is expected to grow at a higher rate with decreasing costs. Currently, the production cost of lignofuels is high as compared to ethanol or first-generation ethanol; however, the cost is expected to go down with its increasing technological advancements.'Key Companies Operating in The Market
Key players in the lignofuels market analyzed and profiled in the study involve lignofuels manufacturers and the overall ecosystem. Moreover, a detailed competitive benchmarking of the players operating in the lignofuels market has been done to help the reader understand how players stack against each other, presenting a clear market landscape. Additionally, comprehensive competitive strategies such as partnerships, agreements, acquisitions, and collaborations will aid the reader in understanding the untapped revenue pockets in the market.The key players profiled in the report include New Energy Blue, LLC, Enerkem, Praj Industries, Raizen, Gevo, Inc., Clariant AG, LanzaTech Global, Granbio, Aemetis, Inc., Lessaffre, Ensyn Corporation, Red Rock Biofuels LLC, BlueFire Renewables, American Process, and Axens
Key Questions Answered in the Report
- What are the steps taken by the existing players to improve/maintain their market positioning, and what are some of the key strategies adopted by new players entering this market space?
- What are the major challenges faced by the lignofuels industry? What are the steps taken by manufacturers/governments to overcome these challenges?
- Which are the key companies in the lignofuels ecosystem? What are their market shares?
- How does the supply chain function in the global lignofuels market?
- What is the techno-commercial impact of lignofuels on the overall biofuels market?
- What is the capital cost of investment in lignofuels manufacturing plants?
- How is the cost of lignofuels determined? What are the factors impacting the cost of lignofuels?
- What is the current scenario of lignofuels and their futuristic potential?
Companies Mentioned
- New Energy Blue, LLC
- Enerkem
- Praj Industries
- Raizen
- Gevo, Inc.
- Clariant AG
- LanzaTech Global
- Granbio
- Aemetis, Inc.
- Lessaffre
- Ensyn Corporation
- Red Rock Biofuels LLC
- BlueFire Renewables
- American Process
- Axens
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 202 |
Published | November 2023 |
Forecast Period | 2023 - 2032 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 1.7 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 3.34 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.7% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 15 |