Brazil has established itself as a global leader in bioenergy, supplying nearly 50% of its domestic energy demand from renewable sources, with bioenergy representing a major share. The country is home to one of the world’s most advanced bioethanol programs and is the second-largest producer of biodiesel, supported by decades of policy frameworks such as the National Alcohol Program (Proálcool), the RenovaBio law, and recently the Fuel of the Future law.
Understanding how Brazil built this success story is key for countries seeking scalable, low-carbon energy solutions. The country has combined science-driven innovation, long-term policy commitments, and industrial investment to expand biomass use in transport, power generation, and emerging sectors like Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). This makes Brazil an important case study for designing sustainable and competitive bioenergy markets worldwide.
The World Bioenergy Association, in collaboration with The Bioenergy Society, is pleased to announce its first session of its webinar series leading to COP30. This webinar will bring together leading voices from industry, academia, and policy to examine the building blocks of Brazil’s bioenergy development. Speakers will share insights on technological advances in biofuels production, the role of national targets and incentives in driving investment, and the growing importance of bioenergy in meeting Brazil’s climate commitments under COP30.