UK Alternative Fuels Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030

The alternative fuels market in UK is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 18.3 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 12.6% is expected of UK alternative fuels market from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$9.1
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$18.3
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
12.6%
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UK alternative fuels market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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UK alternative fuels market highlights

  • The UK alternative fuels market generated a revenue of USD 9.1 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 18.3 million by 2030.
  • The UK market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.6% from 2025 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, hydrogen was the largest revenue generating type in 2024.
  • Hydrogen is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Alternative fuels market data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 9.1 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 18.3 million
Growth rate12.6% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentHydrogen
Fastest growing segmentHydrogen
Historical data2018 - 2023
Base year2024
Forecast period2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationNatural Gas, Biodiesel, Ethanol, Hydrogen


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, UK accounted for 3.1% of the global alternative fuels market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Europe, Germany alternative fuels market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Spain is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 15.1 million by 2030.

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Alternative Fuels Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Gushan Environmental Energy View profile - Foochow, Fujian, China, Asia -
ExxonMobil View profile 10001+ Irving, Texas, United States, North America https://corporate.exxonmobil.com
Archer Daniels Midland Company View profile 1001-5000 Chicago, Illinois, United States, North America http://www.adm.com
General Electric View profile 10001+ Boston, Massachusetts, United States, North America http://www.ge.com
Cosan SA ADR View profile 11181 Avenue Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 4100 / 15th Floor Itaim Bibi, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil, 04538-132 https://www.cosan.com.br
Neste OYJ View profile 5942 Keilaranta 21, P.O. Box 95, Neste, Espoo, Finland, 00095 https://www.neste.com
INEOS View profile 10001+ Rolle, Geneve, Switzerland, Europe http://www.ineos.com/
BP PLC View profile 87800 1 St James's Square, London, United Kingdom, SW1Y 4PD https://www.bp.com
Sasol Ltd View profile 29073 50 Katherine Street, Sasol Place, Sandton, Johannesburg, GT, South Africa, 2196 https://www.sasol.com
DuPont de Nemours Inc View profile 24000 974 Centre Road, Building 730, Wilmington, DE, United States, 19805 https://www.dupont.com

UK alternative fuels market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to alternative fuels market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Hydrogen was the largest segment with a revenue share of 31.87% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the UK alternative fuels market based on natural gas, biodiesel, ethanol, hydrogen covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The UK alternative fuels market is expanding rapidly, fueled by government policies and technological advancements. The UK’s commitment to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 and banning petrol and diesel car sales by 2030 has significantly boosted the demand for alternative fuels, especially in the automotive sector. 

Investments in electric vehicles, hydrogen, and biofuels are growing, with major manufacturers such as Nissan and Jaguar Land Rover leading the way. The UK government’s support for clean energy initiatives, including funding for EV infrastructure and green hydrogen production, is further accelerating the market’s growth. These developments are positioning the UK as a key player in Europe’s transition to alternative fuels.

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