The first continental industry body dedicated to bioethanol
Africa's bioethanol sector has lacked a unified voice, no single body has coordinated industry players, engaged African governments at scale, or advocated for the policy and financing environment the sector needs.
ABA exists to accelerate sustainable bioethanol adoption across African economies.
An Africa where bioethanol is a cornerstone of energy security, rural economic growth, and climate action, powering clean cooking, transport, and industry across the continent.
To serve as the authoritative pan-African voice for bioethanol, coordinating policy, mobilising investment, and building the standards and evidence base needed to unlock a thriving bioethanol market across Africa.
1Policy and Advocacy
Drive policy and advocacy to integrate bioethanol into national energy frameworks, blending mandates, and fiscal policy across African markets.
2Investment Mobilisation
Mobilise $250M+ in development finance by building a pipeline of bankable bioethanol projects and engaging DFIs, multilaterals, and private investors.
3Harmonised Standards
Establish harmonised bioethanol standards across priority markets in partnership with ANSI, national standards bodies, and regional trade frameworks.
4Evidence Generation
Generate peer-reviewed evidence on the health, climate, and economic benefits of bioethanol to support government decision-making and investor confidence.
5Continental Network
Build a continent-wide network of industry stakeholders committed to Africa's clean energy transition.
6International Partnerships and Trade
Forge strategic partnerships with established bioethanol economies to facilitate technology transfer, co-investment, and Africa's integration into international bioethanol trade frameworks.
Executive Committee
ABA's executive leadership will be announced as the association is formally constituted. Founding members hold seats on the steering committee.
Advisory Board
ABA's advisory board will bring together senior figures from government, finance, and industry. Appointments will be announced in 2027.
Technical Working Groups
ABA convenes working groups across policy, investment, and standards. Members are invited to participate upon joining.