Product ID: SQMIG15E2182
Global Railway Based Biofuels Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Type(Biodiesel and Bioethanol), By Application(Locomotives and Rolling Stock) - Industry Forecast 2024-2031
Report ID:
SQMIG15E2182 |
Region:
Global |
Published Date: March, 2024
Pages:
184
|
Tables:
59 |
Figures:
75
Global Railway Based Biofuels Market Insights
Global Railway Based Biofuels Market size was valued at USD 171.03 billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 180.61 billion in 2023 to USD 279.28 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.60% during the forecast period (2024-2031).
Railway-based biofuels are a renewable energy source that can be used to power locomotives and reduce carbon emissions. Biofuels are derived from plant and animal materials, such as corn, sugarcane, soybeans, and algae. These materials are converted into fuel through processes like fermentation and distillation. The use of biofuels in railways can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as they emit less carbon dioxide compared to traditional fossil fuels. Additionally, biofuels can also provide economic benefits by reducing dependence on foreign oil and supporting local agriculture. However, there are some concerns about the sustainability of biofuels, as their production can compete with food production and cause deforestation. In North America, the United States and Canada were the primary markets for railway-based biofuels, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy sources and government incentives to reduce carbon emissions. The use of biofuels in the railway industry was expected to continue to grow in the coming years, particularly in the US, where the Renewable Fuel Standard program required a minimum volume of renewable fuels to be used in transportation. In the APAC region, the market share of railway-based biofuels was relatively smaller, but growing. Countries like India and China were investing in the development of biofuels as a means to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and meet climate change goals. Additionally, the expansion of railway infrastructure in the region was expected to create new opportunities for biofuel producers. Biofuels in general are subject to safety regulations and standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). These regulations cover aspects such as transportation, storage, handling, and labeling of biofuels to ensure their safe use. In addition, some countries have developed their own safety standards for biofuels used in transportation, including railways. For example, the European Union has set standards for biofuels used in road, rail, and marine transportation, which include requirements for their sustainability, quality, and safety.
US Railway Based Biofuels Market is poised to grow at a sustainable CAGR for the next forecast year.
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