Market Overview:
The global lignite market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for power generation and rising awareness about the benefits of lignite coal over other forms of coal. Lignite is a low-rank, brownish-black coal that has high moisture content and lower heating value as compared to other coals. It is mainly used for power generation, agriculture, mining, and others applications. The global lignite market by type is segmented into xyloid lignite coal and compact lignite coal. The xyloid lignite segment accounted for the majority share in 2017 owing to its high moisture content which makes it difficult to transport and results in higher emissions during combustion as compared to other types of coals. However, with technological advancements being made in this field, the compact lignite segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period. On basis of application, the global market has been divided into power generation, agriculture,, mining,, others applications such as residential & commercial heating,. Power generation was the largest application segment in 2017 due increased demand from developing countries such as China and India for electricity requirements.
Product Definition:
Lignite is a brownish-black coal with a high moisture content and low carbon content. It is the most common form of coal, accounting for about 26% of global coal reserves. Lignite is used as fuel for electric power generation and heating purposes.
Xyloid Lignite Coal:
Xyloid lignite coal is a low-quality bituminous coal with high moisture content. It has been used as a fuel for thermal power plants and domestic heating applications.
The demand for the product in the U.
Compact Lignite Coal:
Lignite or compact lignite coal is a type of low-quality coal that contains less than 20% moisture content. It has been used as a fuel for power generation and cooking applications. Compact lignite coals are usually found in sedimentary rocks deep underground, which makes mining complex and extraction difficult.
Application Insights:
The application segment includes power generation, agriculture, mining and others. Power generation is the largest application segment of lignite coal with a share of 79.2% in 2017 owing to its low cost and easy availability as compared to other types of coal. The product has an advantage over other fuels due to its low sulfur content which makes it suitable for use in gas turbines used in power plants on a commercial scale.
Lignite coal is widely used for electricity production through central stations or localities as it produces lower emissions when burned than do hard coal or shale oil based energy sources respectively.
Regional Analysis:
Asia Pacific dominated the global market in 2017 owing to the presence of emerging economies such as China, India, and Japan. The region is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period due to growing demand from various end-use industries.
China is one of the largest producers and consumers of lignite globally. It accounted for a share of more than 80% in terms of production and consumption respectively in 2017 owing to large scale mining activities coupled with power generation applications across most parts of China. In addition, increasing investments for developing transportation infrastructure are projecteded boost product demand over next eight years which will further drive regional growth during forecast period.
Europe was valued at USD X million in 2017 on account that it represents approximately 20% volume share within Europe region as well as worldwide Xyloid Lignite Coal market by application category table 3).
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand from the power sector: The global lignite market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 5% during the forecast period. This is mainly due to the increasing demand for electricity from developing countries, which in turn is fueling the growth of the lignite-fired power plants.
- Growing use in thermal applications: Lignite finds extensive use in thermal applications such as cement manufacturing, brick production, and lime burning owing to its high calorific value and low cost. This is projected to drive its market growth over the next few years.
- Rising investments in coal-fired power plants: A number of countries are making huge investments in new coal-fired power plants due to their lower capital costs and higher efficiency as compared with other sources of energy such as gas or nuclear reactors. This is likely to propel the demand for lignite over the next few years.
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Lignite Market Research Report
By Type
Xyloid Lignite Coal, Compact Lignite Coal
By Application
Power Generation, Agriculture, Mining, Others
By Companies
Alliance Holdings, Alliance Resource Partners, Alpha Natural Resources, Arch Coal, Shenhua Energy, Convex Computer, Evergreen Energy, Foundation Coal Holdings, International Coal Group, James River Coal, Alliance Holdings, Natural Resource Partners, Peabody Energy, Penn Virginia GP Holdings, Penn Virginia Resource Partners, Westmoreland Coal
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
223
Number of Tables & Figures
157
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Lignite Market Report Segments:
The global Lignite market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Xyloid Lignite Coal, Compact Lignite Coal
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Power Generation, Agriculture, Mining, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Alliance Holdings
- Alliance Resource Partners
- Alpha Natural Resources
- Arch Coal
- Shenhua Energy
- Convex Computer
- Evergreen Energy
- Foundation Coal Holdings
- International Coal Group
- James River Coal
- Alliance Holdings
- Natural Resource Partners
- Peabody Energy
- Penn Virginia GP Holdings
- Penn Virginia Resource Partners
- Westmoreland Coal
Highlights of The Lignite Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Xyloid Lignite Coal
- Compact Lignite Coal
- By Application:
- Power Generation
- Agriculture
- Mining
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Lignite Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Lignite is a type of coal that contains high levels of carbon. It is often used to generate electricity because it produces low levels of pollutants when burned.
Some of the major companies in the lignite market are Alliance Holdings, Alliance Resource Partners, Alpha Natural Resources, Arch Coal, Shenhua Energy, Convex Computer, Evergreen Energy, Foundation Coal Holdings, International Coal Group, James River Coal, Alliance Holdings, Natural Resource Partners, Peabody Energy, Penn Virginia GP Holdings, Penn Virginia Resource Partners, Westmoreland Coal.
The lignite market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Lignite Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Lignite Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Lignite Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Lignite Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Lignite Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Lignite Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Lignite Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
5.2.2 Compact Lignite Coal
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Power Generation
6.2.2 Agriculture
6.2.3 Mining
6.2.4 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Lignite Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Lignite Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
9.6.2 Compact Lignite Coal
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Power Generation
9.10.2 Agriculture
9.10.3 Mining
9.10.4 Others
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
10.6.2 Compact Lignite Coal
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Power Generation
10.10.2 Agriculture
10.10.3 Mining
10.10.4 Others
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
11.6.2 Compact Lignite Coal
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Power Generation
11.10.2 Agriculture
11.10.3 Mining
11.10.4 Others
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
12.6.2 Compact Lignite Coal
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Power Generation
12.10.2 Agriculture
12.10.3 Mining
12.10.4 Others
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Xyloid Lignite Coal
13.6.2 Compact Lignite Coal
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Power Generation
13.10.2 Agriculture
13.10.3 Mining
13.10.4 Others
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Lignite Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Lignite Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Alliance Holdings
14.3.2 Alliance Resource Partners
14.3.3 Alpha Natural Resources
14.3.4 Arch Coal
14.3.5 Shenhua Energy
14.3.6 Convex Computer
14.3.7 Evergreen Energy
14.3.8 Foundation Coal Holdings
14.3.9 International Coal Group
14.3.10 James River Coal
14.3.11 Alliance Holdings
14.3.12 Natural Resource Partners
14.3.13 Peabody Energy
14.3.14 Penn Virginia GP Holdings
14.3.15 Penn Virginia Resource Partners
14.3.16 Westmoreland Coal
