White Coal Global Market Report 2024

The white coal market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.87 billion in 2023 to $3.1 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth experienced during the historic period can be attributed to various factors including rural development initiatives, international agreements, fluctuations in fossil fuel prices, and the implementation of carbon pricing mechanisms and emission regulations.

The white coal market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.3 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be credited to several factors, including the implementation of renewable energy policies, international trade agreements, concerted efforts to mitigate climate change, and the effects of population growth and urbanization. Key trends expected during this period encompass a reduction in overall energy consumption, the adoption of efficient cylindrical bio-coal briquettes, and heightened concerns regarding cybersecurity.

The white coal market is anticipated to experience significant growth owing to the increasing demand for renewable energy sources. Renewable energy, sourced from naturally replenishing materials, is gaining traction due to environmental concerns and favorable economic conditions. White coal, derived from renewable biomass, presents a sustainable alternative to traditional coal. In October 2023, reports from the European Environment Agency indicated a rise in the share of renewable energy in the European Union to 22.5% in 2022, marking a 0.6% increase from 2021. This growth in renewable consumption, totaling 1.4 million metric tons of oil equivalent (Mtoe) between 2021 and 2022, underscores the momentum driving the white coal market forward.

Key players in the white coal market are devising innovative strategies to enhance supply-side bio-coal solutions, aiming to bolster production capacities and introduce new bio-coal products. For instance, in November 2022, SSGE Bio-Energy announced plans to supply bio-coal as an alternative energy source, derived from waste materials such as rice husks or peanut shells. This bio-coal boasts comparable energy value to traditional coal while significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 2.5 metric tons per ton of bio-coal used. Moreover, the production process ensures minimal release of new carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, aligning with sustainability objectives and positioning bio-coal as an environmentally friendly fuel option.

In August 2022, In a strategic move to enhance its technological capabilities, Edge Autonomy, a US-based aerospace and defense firm, acquired Adaptive Energy. This acquisition, undisclosed in amount, is aimed at securing advanced power source technology for autonomous systems, potentially extending operational durations and fostering a competitive advantage. Adaptive Energy, a US-based manufacturer specializing in solid oxide fuel cells and white coal, represents a valuable addition to Edge Autonomy's portfolio, aligning with the company's objectives for technological advancement and market leadership.

Major companies operating in the white coal market are KKR Bio Fuels, Nexgen Energia, Vow ASA, CSC Bio-Coal Sdn Bhd, Vega Biofuels Inc, Balaji Agro Coal lndustries, NextCoal International Inc, VIGIDAS PACK, Global Bio-Coal Energy Inc, TorrCoal, Airex Energy Inc, SSGE Bio-Energy Company Ltd, Hind Bio Coal, BMK Woods LLC, JK Bio Energy, Ronak Agrotech Engineering, Radhe Engineering Co, Lehra Fuel Tech Pvt Ltd, Birquetting Machine Co, Green Fuel India, Eco Stan Ltd., Guru Nanak Agro Industries Inc., Biomass Briquette Systems LLC, Drax Group plc, White Energy Inc.

North America was the largest region in the white coal market in 2023. The regions covered in the white coal market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the white coal market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

White coal, also known as bio-coal or agro-coal, is a solid fuel derived from the conversion of agricultural waste or biomass into a high-energy density fuel source. This eco-friendly fuel is created by compacting biomass materials such as agricultural residues, wood chips, sawdust, and other organic waste into dense briquettes or blocks. Its production and utilization play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and mitigating the environmental consequences associated with the consumption of traditional coal.

The primary types of white coal include pyrolysis, hydrothermal carbonization, and other processes. Pyrolysis is a thermochemical decomposition method that entails heating organic materials such as biomass, plastics, or rubber in the absence of oxygen or with limited oxygen supply. This process encompasses various mining technologies such as surface mining and underground mining and finds applications in diverse sectors including ceramics, chemicals, food and beverage, textiles, power generation, among others.

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The white coal market consists of sales of biomass briquettes, wood pellets, torrefied biomass, biochar, charcoal briquettes, and raw materials. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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