Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel Consumption Reach Record Levels

Demand for biodiesel and renewable diesel surged higher in 2024. Jeff Earl with Clean Fuels Alliance America says states continue to prioritize renewable fuel policies to help grow clean fuel use.

“We saw Nebraska become the fourth state to pass a low-carbon fuel standard, which is a significant win for our industry. We also saw several other states either expand upon or see the results of their policies that they’ve passed previously to really show that renewable fuels are growing in their states.”

Earl said the U.S. is on pace to surpass five billion gallons of biodiesel and renewable diesel consumption for the first time. “California, our number one market, is now 75 percent biodiesel and renewable diesel, which is something we’re very proud of. So, it was another successful year.”

New opportunities in the rail and marine industries also helped drive demand.

EDITOR’S TAKE:

Renewable fuels, made from agricultural commodities, have been a bright spot for quite some time. It appears that trend continued through 2024 with even higher expectations for 2025. This is good news for not only farmers/ranchers who produce the commodities, but also for consumers and the environment. You can help by supporting the use of bio-based fuels in your community and state. Include references in your sales pitch and advertising. This will let farmers/ranchers know that your CAD membership is truly there to support their efforts.