Rising PHL Ethanol Imports Predicted in 2026: 1% Growth Expected

According to a report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), fuel ethanol imports by the Philippines are anticipated to rise by 1% to reach 490 million liters in 2026, as the country looks to boost its biofuel production capabilities in response to the national energy crisis. The USDA released their latest report on July 23rd, highlighting the Philippines' biofuel industry's efforts to address longer-term feedstock constraints. The agency's findings indicate that the Philippine biofuel market is expected to see a 4% increase in biodiesel consumption to 350 million liters in 2026. Despite the challenges presented by the national energy crisis, the USDA notes that the biofuel sector in the Philippines is expected to experience growth. There are currently 13 accredited bioethanol producers operating in the country with a combined capacity of 468 million liters per year (MLPY). With the addition of three more facilities undergoing construction, the total capacity for bioethanol production is set to reach 513 MLPY. In the realm of biodiesel, the country has 15 accredited producers, totaling an installed capacity of 907 million liters per year. Three more facilities were granted accreditation for construction, increasing biodiesel production capacity to 201 MLPY. However, one facility has been non-operational since 2025 due to an expired accreditation. --- According to a recent report released by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Philippine biofuel industry is anticipated to witness significant growth in response to the national energy crisis. The report, issued on July 23rd, highlights the sector's efforts to tackle long-term feedstock constraints. The USDA's findings indicate that the Philippine biofuel market is expected to experience a 4% increase in biodiesel consumption to 350 million liters per year (MLPY) in 2026. In spite of the challenges presented by the nationwide energy crisis, the USDA highlights the potential for growth in the biofuel industry in the Philippines. Presently, there are 13 accredited bioethanol producers in the country, operating with a combined capacity of 468 million liters per year (MLPY). With the addition of three more facilities currently under construction, the total capacity for bioethanol production is projected to reach 513 MLPY. However, one facility has been non-operational since 2025 due to an expired accreditation. --- A recent report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) reveals that the Philippine biofuel sector is anticipated to experience significant growth as the nation faces its national energy crisis. The report, released on July 23rd, highlights the industry's efforts to address long-term feedstock constraints. The USDA's findings indicate that the Philippine biofuel market is expected to see a 4% increase in biodiesel consumption reaching 350 million liters per year (MLPY) in 2026. Despite the challenges posed by the nationwide energy crisis, the USDA highlights the potential for growth in the biofuel industry in the Philippines. Currently, there are 13 accredited bioethanol producers in the country, operating with a combined capacity of 468 million liters per year (MLPY). As three more facilities are currently under construction, the total capacity for bioethanol production is projected to reach 513 million liters per year (MLPY). However, one facility has been non-operational since 2025, due to a lapsed accreditation.