Global Algae Biofuel Market Size was valued at USD 10.4 Bn in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 19.0 Bn by 2034 at a 6.4% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
Global algae biofuel uses algae to produce oils that are rich in energy. Popular biofuels such as corn and sugarcane have alternatives in the form of algae fuels. When made from seaweed, it is called seaweed fuel. During the projected period, the global algae biofuel market is anticipated to experience growth due to a number of factors, including the increasing demand for detergent in developing nations, fuel in various end-use industries, and the need for environmentally friendly and sustainable energy. Another factor fueling the aviation industry’s rising need for affordable fuels is expected to boost the market for global algae biofuels.
Additionally, market participants should anticipate more lucrative opportunities due to the government’s growing efforts to promote the use of renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions. However, the global algal biofuel industry is slowing down its growth due to a lack of available capital, high cost, and outdated technology are preventing it from reaching its full potential. These issues are anticipated to impede the market’s progress. The global algal biofuel industry is expected to continue rising in the coming years due to a number of factors, such as improvements in raw material technology, continuous research & development, and an increase in the ultimate production volume of biofuels.
Some of the Major Key Players in the Algae Biofuel Market are:
The global algae biofuel market is segmented based on end-use industry, type, process, and raw material. Based on the end-use industry, the market is segmented into transportation, power generation, and others. By type, the market is segmented into bioethanol, biodiesel, biogas, and others. By process, the market is segmented into chemical, thermochemical, and biochemical. By raw material, the market is segmented into spirulina, chlorella, dunaliella, and others.
The power generation global algae biofuel market is expected to hold a major global market share in 2023. Due to a renewable and less carbon-intensive substitute for fossil fuels, algae biofuels fit effectively with the worldwide trend toward sustainable energy in the fight against climate change. Power generation applications can benefit from algal biofuels due to their high energy content and relatively smaller environmental imprint. In addition, biofuels are rising in favor as a means for governments around the world to achieve their climate goals and cut emissions of greenhouse gases. Power companies are being incentivized to use cleaner energy sources by the current regulatory climate.
Spirulina is growing because it has a better sustainability profile and more potential output per acre due to its fast growth rate and reduced land use needs. Biotechnological developments in algae culture and processing are also making it easier and cheaper to transform algae such as spirulina into biofuels, growing this segment.
The North American global algae biofuel market is expected to register the highest market share in revenue in the near future. It can be attributed to the decreased emissions of carbon dioxide and reliance on fossil fuels, fostering an atmosphere that is conducive to investments in algal biofuels and quickening the rate of innovation and commercialization within the algae biofuel industry.
In addition, Asia Pacific is projected to grow rapidly in the global algae biofuel market because of rising consumer interest in renewable fuels, robust demand for bioethanol production, and rising investment in renewable and bio-based energy sources by both public and private entities. Additionally, a positive growth driver is the favorable government programs that encourage the use of renewable energy sources and global businesses toward the expanding markets of the Asia Pacific region.
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Report Attribute |
Specifications |
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Market Size Value In 2024 |
USD 10.4 Bn |
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Revenue Forecast In 2034 |
USD 19.0 Bn |
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Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 6.4% from 2025 to 2034 |
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Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
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Historic Year |
2021 to 2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
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Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
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Segments Covered |
By Type, By Process, By Raw Material, By End-use Industry and By Region |
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Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
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Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; South East Asia; South Korea |
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Competitive Landscape |
Algenol Biofuels, Inc., Seambiotic, BDI-BioEnergy International GmbH, Neste, AlgaEnergy S.A., Cellana Inc., Viridos, Inc., ALGAMOIL, LLC. USA, Diversified Energy Specialists, Inventure Renewables, Inc., Genifuel Corporation, Euglena Co., Ltd., Algae Systems, LLC., LanzaTech, and Reliance Industries Limited. |
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Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report and modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
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Pricing And Available Payment Methods |
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Algae Biofuel Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Algae Biofuel Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Type:
5.2.1. Bioethanol
5.2.2. Biodiesel
5.2.3. Biogas
5.2.4. Others
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Process Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Process & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Process:
6.2.1. Chemical
6.2.2. Thermochemical
6.2.3. Biochemical
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Raw Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by Raw Material & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Raw Material:
7.2.1. Spirulina
7.2.2. Chlorella
7.2.3. Dunaliella
7.2.4. Others
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by End-User Industry Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by End-User Industry & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by End-User Industry:
8.2.1. Transportation
8.2.2. Power Generation
8.2.3. Others
Chapter 9. Algae Biofuel Market Segmentation 5: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. North America
9.1.1. North America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.1.2. North America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Process, 2021-2034
9.1.3. North America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Raw Material, 2021-2034
9.1.4. North America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User Industry, 2021-2034
9.1.5. North America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. Europe Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.2.2. Europe Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Process, 2021-2034
9.2.3. Europe Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Raw Material, 2021-2034
9.2.4. Europe Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User Industry, 2021-2034
9.2.5. Europe Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.3. Asia Pacific
9.3.1. Asia Pacific Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.3.2. Asia Pacific Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Process, 2021-2034
9.3.3. Asia-Pacific Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Raw Material, 2021-2034
9.3.4. Asia Pacific Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User Industry, 2021-2034
9.3.5. Asia Pacific Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.4. Latin America
9.4.1. Latin America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.4.2. Latin America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Process, 2021-2034
9.4.3. Latin America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Raw Material, 2021-2034
9.4.4. Latin America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User Industry, 2021-2034
9.4.5. Latin America Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.5. Middle East & Africa
9.5.1. Middle East & Africa Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.5.2. Middle East & Africa Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Process, 2021-2034
9.5.3. Middle East & Africa Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Raw Material, 2021-2034
9.5.4. Middle East & Africa Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User Industry, 2021-2034
9.5.5. Middle East & Africa Algae Biofuel Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
10.2. Company Profiles
10.2.1. Algenol Biofuels, Inc.
10.2.2. Seambiotic
10.2.3. BDI-BioEnergy International GmbH
10.2.4. Neste
10.2.5. AlgaEnergy S.A.
10.2.6. Cellana Inc.
10.2.7. Viridos, Inc.
10.2.8. ALGAMOIL, LLC. USA
10.2.9. Diversified Energy Specialists
10.2.10. Inventure Renewables, Inc.
10.2.11. Genifuel Corporation
10.2.12. Euglena Co., Ltd.
10.2.13. Algae Systems, LLC.
10.2.14. LanzaTech
10.2.15. Reliance Industries Limited
10.2.16. Other Prominent Players
Global Algae Biofuel Market- By End-Use Industry
Global Algae Biofuel Market- By Type
Global Algae Biofuel Market- By Process
Global Algae Biofuel Market- By Raw Material
Global Algae Biofuel Market- By Region
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