Germany renewable non-biological fuel in transport
Germany renewable non-biological fuel in transport stood at 5 GWh in 2025, according to German Environment Agency (UBA) / Working Group on Renewable Energy Statistics (AGEE-Stat). It is one of the indicators in the Renewable energy: shares, investment and avoided emissions table (Value · Annual), with a complete series running from 2025 to 2025. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Renewable energy: shares, investment and avoided emissions table
| Indicator | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 47,741 | 43,389 | 44,751 | 41,375 | 39,850 | 44,304 | 36,041 | 35,994 | 34,623 | 33,642 | |
| Renewable fuels of non-biological origin1 | 5 | ||||||||||
| Renewable hydrogen | 5 |
Understanding germany renewable non-biological fuel in transport
Synthetic fuels synthesized from renewable electricity and non-biogenic carbon or water represent renewable fuels of non-biological origin supplied to the transport sector. This category encompasses electrolytic hydrogen alongside derived synthetic hydrocarbons such as e-diesel, e-gasoline, e-kerosene, and synthetic methane used in vehicle fleets. It differs fundamentally from agricultural and waste-derived biofuels by excluding all biological feedstocks, relying instead on electrical energy transformed into chemical energy carriers. It also stands apart from direct transport electrification, which delivers electricity straight to vehicle battery systems or rail overhead wires without intermediate molecular synthesis.
Annual figures reflect full calendar year distributions, absorbing irregular commissioning schedules and batch-based industrial delivery contracts. Initial estimates draw on early verification reports and quota settlement registries, with adjustments occurring when renewable electricity sourcing documentation and additionality criteria receive final audit approval. Evaluating this indicator requires separating physical heating values from feedstock power: the metric tabulates the calorific energy of the finished fuel, not the overall volume of electricity consumed during electrolysis and synthesis. Year-on-year comparisons track the development of synthetic fuel supply chains, while comparisons against statutory compliance quotas must account for regulatory double-counting rules that do not alter the physical energy figures published here.
Frequently asked questions
- What distinct fuels comprise renewable fuels of non-biological origin?
- The category includes renewable electrolytic hydrogen and power-to-liquid or power-to-gas synthetic hydrocarbons such as e-kerosene, e-methane, and synthetic diesel.
- Does this series reflect the gross renewable electricity consumed during fuel synthesis?
- The figure measures the net calorific energy of the finished fuel delivered to transport, excluding energy lost during electrolysis and fuel conversion processes.
- How are non-biological synthetic fuels distinguished from advanced biofuels?
- Synthetic fuels derive their chemical energy from renewable electricity rather than biological biomass, algae, or organic waste materials.