Ethanol Biofuel Market Growth, Trends and Forecast 2034

Ethanol Biofuel Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis – By Feedstock, By Application - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034

Published: Jun-2025 Report ID: POAE2578 Pages: 1 - 236 Formats*:     
Category : Power & Energy
Ethanol Biofuel Market Introduction and Overview 

According to SPER Market Research, the Global Ethanol Biofuel Market is estimated to reach USD 211.11 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 11.28%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis.The global ethanol biofuel market is quickly expanding, propelled by rising demand for renewable energy sources and government regulations that promote biofuels as an alternative to fossil fuels. Ethanol, made primarily from corn, sugarcane, and cellulosic feedstocks, is widely utilized as a gasoline additive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy security. North and South America, led by the United States and Brazil, dominate worldwide ethanol production, whereas Europe and Asia-Pacific are seeing increased use due to strict carbon reduction targets. Technological developments in second-generation ethanol production, which uses agricultural leftovers and non-food crops, are driving market expansion. However, obstacles like as feedstock supply, volatile crude oil prices, and infrastructure constraints remain. 


By Feedstock Insights
The ethanol biofuel market is divided into Coarse Grain, Sugar Crop, Vegetable Oil and Others. Sugar crop feedstock is dominating as technology advances, allowing for the production of ethanol from a broader range of feedstocks, including non-food sources and waste items. This includes the utilization of agricultural wastes, algae, and organic waste, which helps to produce more sustainable and diverse feedstocks for ethanol biofuel production and hence contributes to overall market growth.

By Application Insights
In the ethanol biofuel market, the applications are involved in Aviation, Transportation and Others. The transportation application industry dominates the market. The ethanol biofuel business for transportation applications is changing as higher ethanol blends such as E15 (15% ethanol and 85% gasoline) and E85 (flex-fuel comprising up to 85% ethanol) gain popularity. These mixes are gaining popularity in many countries as a means of lowering greenhouse gas emissions and improving the overall environmental profile of the transportation industry. 

By Region Insights
North America dominates the ethanol biofuel market. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continued enforcement of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), which mandates the incorporation of biofuels, mainly ethanol-based fuels, into the country's transportation fuel distribution. The RFS established clear benchmarks for advanced biofuels, providing an impetus for greater production. Furthermore, both federal and state governments have consistently supported the use of biofuels through regulations and incentives. 



Market Competitive Landscape
The leading companies are ADM, Borregaard AS, BTG International Ltd, Cargill, Chevron Corporation, CLARIANT, COFCO, CropEnergies AG, FutureFuel Corporation, GreenJoules, My Eco Energy, Others. These companies in the global ethanol biofuel market stay competitive by investing in sophisticated production methods, diversifying feedstock sources, and improving supply chain efficiency. They prioritize research and development to increase ethanol yield and lower production costs, frequently incorporating cellulosic and second-generation biofuels to boost sustainability. 

Recent Developments:

  • September 2023: The Indian government has made a strategic choice to invest more than USD 80 million through India Oil Company in the 2G (second generation) ethanol business. This investment shows a determined attempt to adopt cleaner energy sources and minimize greenhouse gas emissions.  
Scope of the report:
 Report Metric Details
 Market size available for years2021-2034
 Base year considered2024
 Forecast period2025-2034
 Segments coveredBy Feedstock, By Application 
 Regions coveredNorth America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa and Europe
 Companies CoveredADM, Borregaard AS, BTG International Ltd, Cargill, Chevron Corporation, CLARIANT, COFCO, CropEnergies AG, FutureFuel Corporation, GreenJoules, My Eco Energy, Others


Key Topics Covered in the Report
  • Global Ethanol Biofuel Market  Size (FY’2021-FY’2034)
  • Overview of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Segmentation of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market  By Feedstock (Coarse Grain, Sugar Crop, Vegetable Oil and Others)
  • Segmentation of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, By Application (Aviation, Transportation and Others)
  • Statistical Snap of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Expansion Analysis of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Problems and Obstacles in Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Competitive Landscape in the Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Details on Current Investment in Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Competitive Analysis of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Prominent Players in the Global Ethanol Biofuel Market
  • SWOT Analysis of Global Ethanol Biofuel Market 
  • Global Ethanol Biofuel Market  Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2025-FY’2034)
  • Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
  • 1.1. Scope of the report
  • 1.2. Market segment analysis 
2. Research Methodology
  • 2.1. Research data source
    • 2.1.1. Secondary Data
    • 2.1.2. Primary Data
    • 2.1.3. SPERs internal database
    • 2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLs
  • 2.2. Market size estimation
    • 2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
  • 2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics
  • 4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
    • 4.1.1. Drivers
    • 4.1.2. Restraints
    • 4.1.3. Opportunities
    • 4.1.4. Challenges
5. Market variable and outlook
  • 5.1. SWOT Analysis
    • 5.1.1. Strengths
    • 5.1.2. Weaknesses
    • 5.1.3. Opportunities
    • 5.1.4. Threats
  • 5.2. PESTEL Analysis
    • 5.2.1. Political Landscape
    • 5.2.2. Economic Landscape
    • 5.2.3. Social Landscape
    • 5.2.4. Technological Landscape
    • 5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
    • 5.2.6. Legal Landscape
  • 5.3. PORTERs Five Forces 
    • 5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
    • 5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
    • 5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
    • 5.3.4.T hreat of new entrant
    • 5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
  • 5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
  • 6.1. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type 
  • 6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Ethanol Biofuel Market
7. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, By Feedstock 2021-2034 (USD Million) 
  • 7.1. Coarse Grain
  • 7.2. Sugar Crop
  • 7.3. Vegetable Oil
  • 7.4. Others
8. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, By Application 2021-2034 (USD Million)
  • 8.1. Transportation
  • 8.2. Aviation
  • 8.3. Others
9. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
  • 9.1. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market Size and Market Share
10. Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
  • 10.1. Asia-Pacific
    • 10.1.1. Australia
    • 10.1.2. China
    • 10.1.3. India
    • 10.1.4. Japan
    • 10.1.5. South Korea
    • 10.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
  • 10.2. Europe
    • 10.2.1. France
    • 10.2.2. Germany
    • 10.2.3. Italy
    • 10.2.4. Spain
    • 10.2.5. United Kingdom
    • 10.2.6. Rest of Europe
  • 10.3. Middle East and Africa
    • 10.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 
    • 10.3.2. United Arab Emirates
    • 10.3.3. Qatar
    • 10.3.4. South Africa
    • 10.3.5. Egypt
    • 10.3.6. Morocco
    • 10.3.7. Nigeria
    • 10.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
  • 10.4. North America
    • 10.4.1. Canada
    • 10.4.2. Mexico
    • 10.4.3. United States
  • 10.5. Latin America
    • 10.5.1. Argentina
    • 10.5.2. Brazil
    • 10.5.3. Rest of Latin America 
11. Company Profile
  • 11.1. ADM
    • 11.1.1. Company details
    • 11.1.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.1.3. Product summary 
    • 11.1.4. Recent developments
  • 11.2. Borregaard AS
    • 11.2.1. Company details
    • 11.2.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.2.3. Product summary 
    • 11.2.4. Recent developments
  • 11.3. BTG International Ltd
    • 11.3.1. Company details
    • 11.3.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.3.3. Product summary 
    • 11.3.4. Recent developments
  • 11.4. Cargill
    • 11.4.1. Company details
    • 11.4.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.4.3. Product summary 
    • 11.4.4. Recent developments
  • 11.5. Chevron Corporation
    • 11.5.1. Company details
    • 11.5.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.5.3. Product summary 
    • 11.5.4. Recent developments
  • 11.6. CLARIANT
    • 11.6.1. Company details
    • 11.6.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.6.3. Product summary 
    • 11.6.4. Recent developments
  • 11.7. COFCO
    • 11.7.1. Company details
    • 11.7.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.7.3. Product summary 
    • 11.7.4. Recent developments
  • 11.8. CropEnergies AG
    • 11.8.1. Company details
    • 11.8.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.8.3. Product summary 
    • 11.8.4. Recent developments
  • 11.9. FutureFuel Corporation
    • 11.9.1. Company details
    • 11.9.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.9.3. Product summary 
    • 11.9.4. Recent developments
  • 11.10. GreenJoules
    • 11.10.1. Company details
    • 11.10.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.10.3. Product summary 
    • 11.10.4. Recent developments
  • 11.11. My Eco Energy
    • 11.11.1. Company details
    • 11.11.2. Financial outlook
    • 11.11.3. Product summary 
    • 11.11.4. Recent developments
  • 11.12. Others
12. Conclusion

13. List of Abbreviations

14. Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
Ethanol Biofuel Market is projected to reach USD 211.11 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 11.28% during the forecast period.
Ethanol Biofuel Market grew in Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 211.11 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 11.28% during the forecast period.
Ethanol Biofuel Market CAGR of 11.28% during the forecast period.
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Ethanol Biofuel Market size is USD 211.11 billion from 2025 to 2034.
Ethanol Biofuel Market is covered By Feedstock, By Application
The North America is anticipated to have the highest Market share in the Ethanol Biofuel Market.
ADM, Borregaard AS, BTG International Ltd, Cargill, Chevron Corporation, CLARIANT, COFCO, CropEnergies AG, FutureFuel Corporation, GreenJoules, My Eco Energy, Others
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Ethanol Biofuel Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis
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