Global Organic Biogas Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031

Organic Biogas Market Analysis and Size

The organic biogas market is experiencing rapid advancement and growth driven by innovative technologies. Latest methods utilize efficient anaerobic digestion processes to convert organic waste into biogas, supporting sustainable energy solutions. This sector's expansion is fueled by increasing environmental awareness and governmental support for renewable energy initiatives, highlighting a promising future for organic biogas as a clean energy source.

The global organic biogas market size was valued at USD 25.29 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 41.54 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period 2024 to 2031. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.

Report Scope and Market Segmentation

Market Definition

Organic biogas is produced through the anaerobic digestion of organic materials such as agricultural waste, food scraps, and sewage. This process breaks down organic matter using bacteria in an oxygen-free environment, releasing methane and carbon dioxide. The methane can be captured and used as a renewable energy source for heating, electricity generation, or as a vehicle fuel, contributing to sustainable waste management and energy production.

Organic Biogas Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Rising Climate Change Initiatives

Climate change initiatives worldwide is helping to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, bolstering biogas as a sustainable energy alternative. For instance, the European Union's Green Deal aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, driving investments in biogas infrastructure. Biogas, derived from organic waste, mitigates methane emissions from landfills and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. This alignment with climate goals enhances biogas market growth, supported by regulatory and financial incentives globally.

• Circular Economy Principles for Renewable Energy

Biogas production exemplifies circular economy principles by transforming organic waste, such as agricultural residues and food scraps, into valuable renewable energy. This process not only mitigates waste disposal challenges but also generates biogas used for electricity, heating, and vehicle fuels. For instance, in Denmark, biogas plants convert organic waste into biogas, supporting both sustainable energy goals and waste management strategies, thereby driving market growth through environmental and economic benefits.

Opportunities

• Rising Waste Management Solutions

Biogas facilities play a crucial role in waste management by efficiently converting organic waste into renewable energy and organic fertilizers. This process not only reduces the environmental burden of landfills but also mitigates methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. For instance, in cities such as Stockholm andSweden, biogas plants convert food and organic waste into biogas used to power buses, significantly reducing landfill waste and contributing to sustainable urban development.

• Technological Advancements

Technological advancements in biogas production, storage, and distribution are pivotal in creating opportunity for market growth. For instance, advancements in anaerobic digestion processes optimize gas yield from organic waste. Innovations in biogas storage systems, such as flexible membrane structures and upgraded gas compressors, enhance efficiency and reliability. Improved distribution technologies, such as upgraded pipelines and digital monitoring systems, enable seamless integration into existing energy grids, expanding biogas adoption and scalability globally.

 Restraints/Challenges

• High Initial Investment Costs

High initial investment costs in biogas plants deter potential investors and developers. The need for substantial capital to procure equipment, build infrastructure, and implement technology presents a significant barrier. This financial burden limits market entry and expansion, hindering growth in the biogas sector.

• Feedstock Availability and Quality

The organic biogas market faces challenges due to fluctuating availability and variable quality of organic feedstock such as agricultural residues, food waste, and municipal organics. These factors create uncertainty in biogas production, impacting reliability and efficiency. Inconsistent feedstock supply across seasons and regions hinders market stability, posing operational challenges for biogas plants reliant on consistent feedstock inputs.

This market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

Impact and Current Market Scenario of Raw Material Shortage and Shipping Delays

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Expected Impact of Economic Slowdown on the Pricing and Availability of Products

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Recent Development

• In February 2022, Atlas Copco announced the acquisition of Pumpenfabrik Wangen GmbH, a German firm specializing in progressive cavity and twin-screw pumps. This acquisition aims to enhance Atlas Copco's market presence in the biogas and wastewater sectors, while expanding services to include the food, beverage, and cosmetics industries
• In July 2022, Air Liquide invested in its inaugural biomethane production facility in Huai’an City, Jiangsu Province, China. Scheduled for completion by year-end, the plant will produce 75 GWh annually, supporting circular economy principles and aligning with Air Liquide’s sustainability goals and strategic initiatives

Organic Biogas Market Scope

The market is segmented on the basis of source and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyse meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Source

• Poultry and livestock
• Agriculture Waste
• Landfill Gas
• Others

Application

• Cooking
• Clean Mobility
• Electricity Generation
• Heating
• Combine Heat and Power
• Others

Organic Biogas Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by source and application as referenced above.

The countries covered in the market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.

Asia-Pacific is expected to project the highest CAGR in the organic biogas market due to government implementation of strict regulations to curb carbon footprint. This region's proactive stance fosters growth in renewable energy, driving demand for organic biogas as a sustainable alternative.

North America is expected to dominate the organic biogas market, maintaining its stronghold through the forecast period. This dominance stems from stringent GHG emission norms, particularly in emerging countries such as the U.S. The region's proactive measures ensure sustained growth, positioning it at the forefront of organic biogas development globally.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Competitive Landscape and Organic Biogas Market Share Analysis

The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.

Some of the major players operating in the market are:

• Air Liquide USA - (U.S.)
• Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (U.S.)
•  Iwatani Corporation (Japan)
• Messer SE & Co. KGaA  (Germany)
• Linde PLC (Ireland)
• Southern Industrial Gas Sdn Bhd (Malaysia)
• BASF SE (Germany)
• Resonac Holdings Corporation (Japan)
• Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings (Japan)

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