Analysis of biofuels consumption in Australia reveals a significant downward trend from 2013 to 2020, with consumption values dropping from 4.71 to 1.93 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day. The year-on-year declines were particularly steep in 2015 and 2016, at -20.52% and -22.46% respectively. However, this trend began to reverse starting in 2021 with consumption increasing modestly and consistently every year up to 2023, reaching 2.25 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day.
Forecast data for the next five years, from 2024 to 2028, show a continued gradual increase in biofuels consumption, with an average annual growth rate of 1.63%. By 2028, consumption is expected to increase by approximately 8.4% from 2023 levels.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased government incentives and policies supporting renewable energy initiatives.
- Technological advancements that make biofuels more cost-effective and efficient.
- Potential market shifts in response to global energy supply chains and environmental regulations.
- Adoption of biofuels in the transportation sector as part of a broader push toward decarbonization.