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Refinery Electrification - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 365 Pages
  • July 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 6106224
The global market for Refinery Electrification was estimated at US$18.4 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$28.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the Refinery Electrification market.

Global Refinery Electrification Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is Refinery Electrification Emerging as a Strategic Imperative for Decarbonization?

Refinery electrification represents a pivotal shift in the downstream oil and gas industry's quest to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Traditionally reliant on fossil fuel combustion for heat, power, and mechanical drive, oil refineries are among the largest industrial carbon emitters. Electrification initiatives aim to replace carbon-intensive steam generation, fired heaters, and rotating machinery with electric-powered alternatives, thereby enabling partial or full decarbonization through renewable energy inputs. While the transition is complex and capital-intensive, it is gaining traction as a core strategy in sustainability roadmaps for integrated oil companies and independent refiners alike.

The decarbonization potential of electrification stems from its ability to replace steam boilers and gas turbines with electric heaters, electric motors, and high-voltage substation infrastructure. Electrified systems also enhance energy efficiency by reducing conversion losses inherent in combustion-based processes. Moreover, digital controls and automation are easier to implement in electric frameworks, offering performance improvements and predictive maintenance capabilities. Early adopters are already integrating renewable-sourced electricity, battery storage, and demand-side flexibility into refinery operations, particularly in North America, Scandinavia, and parts of Asia-Pacific.

Which Refinery Operations Are Most Suitable for Electrification and Why?

Certain refinery processes are particularly well-suited to electrification based on their thermal and mechanical requirements. Electric heaters are being tested and deployed for medium-temperature applications such as distillation column reboilers, process stream pre-heating, and catalytic reforming. In contrast, direct-fired furnaces, which reach very high temperatures and operate continuously, remain challenging to electrify without major redesigns. However, electric resistance heating, induction heating, and microwave-assisted heating technologies are advancing rapidly to serve these needs.

Rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, and fans, presents another opportunity. Replacing steam turbines or combustion-driven engines with electric motors reduces mechanical complexity, improves operational responsiveness, and lowers emissions. Electrified drives can also integrate easily with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and SCADA systems for fine-tuned process control. Electrolyzers and carbon capture units, increasingly co-located with refineries, also benefit from on-site renewable electricity, enabling integrated decarbonization ecosystems. The shift toward modular electric packages for refinery utility systems-such as HVAC, lighting, and waste heat recovery-further illustrates the breadth of potential electrification use cases.

How Are Stakeholders Addressing Economic and Technical Challenges in Refinery Electrification?

Despite its promise, refinery electrification presents numerous technical and financial challenges, requiring significant coordination between engineering teams, utility providers, and policy frameworks. High capital expenditure for infrastructure upgrades-including substation construction, transformer retrofits, and high-voltage distribution-can deter investment in the absence of clear long-term cost recovery mechanisms. Additionally, process downtime during equipment retrofitting may disrupt throughput, requiring careful planning and phased implementation.

To address these barriers, stakeholders are adopting a mix of strategies. Government incentives and carbon pricing mechanisms are helping to justify the business case for electrification investments. Pilot projects and feasibility studies supported by public-private partnerships are validating design concepts and cost models. On the technology front, OEMs are developing electrified process equipment compatible with existing layouts, minimizing site reconfiguration. Modular power distribution units, smart grid interfaces, and onsite renewables are being integrated to buffer against grid instability or electricity price volatility. Industrial digital twins and simulation tools are also being used to assess load balancing, thermal response, and ROI before deployment.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth of the Refinery Electrification Market?

The growth in the refinery electrification market is driven by decarbonization mandates, rising carbon compliance costs, and the energy transition strategies of global oil and gas players. As national climate commitments become more stringent, refinery emissions are coming under increasing regulatory scrutiny. Electrification offers a pathway to comply with net-zero targets, ESG metrics, and investor expectations, especially when coupled with clean electricity sources such as wind, solar, or green hydrogen. This is particularly relevant in jurisdictions with carbon taxes or emissions trading schemes that make fossil-based utility systems increasingly uneconomical.

Global refiners are also facing shifting product demand, with declining margins in fossil fuel refining prompting a reevaluation of operating models. Electrification enhances operational flexibility, digital integration, and energy cost predictability-positioning refineries to evolve into clean energy hubs over time. Strategic investments from major players such as Shell, TotalEnergies, and BP are catalyzing technology vendor activity and cross-industry collaboration. With advancements in electric heating, renewable integration, and digital infrastructure, refinery electrification is no longer a theoretical proposition but a commercially viable growth frontier in industrial decarbonization.

Scope Of Study:

The report analyzes the Refinery Electrification market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments: Technology (Renewable Energy Sources Technology, Energy Storage Technology, Power Electronics Technology); Refinery Type (Crude Oil Refineries, Petrochemical Refineries, Biorefineries); Application (Process Heating Application, Electric Motors Application, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries: World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Renewable Energy Sources Technology segment, which is expected to reach US$15.8 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 5.8%. The Energy Storage Technology segment is also set to grow at 9.8% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, estimated at $5.0 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 11.2% CAGR to reach $5.8 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Refinery Electrification Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Refinery Electrification Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Refinery Electrification Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as ABB Ltd., Baker Hughes, Black & Veatch, Caterpillar Inc., Cummins Inc. and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 32 companies featured in this Refinery Electrification market report include:

  • ABB Ltd.
  • Baker Hughes
  • Black & Veatch
  • Caterpillar Inc.
  • Cummins Inc.
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Emerson Electric Co.
  • Enel Group
  • ENGIE SA
  • General Electric (GE)
  • Hitachi Energy Ltd.
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
  • Rockwell Automation Inc.
  • S&C Electric Company
  • Schneider Electric
  • Siemens Energy AG
  • Technip Energies
  • Worley Limited

This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:

  • Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
  • Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
  • Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
  • Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
  • Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
  • Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
  • Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Tariff Impact on Global Supply Chain Patterns
  • Refinery Electrification - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Push for Decarbonization Across the Oil and Gas Sector Spurs Refinery Electrification Initiatives
  • Rising Carbon Taxation and ESG Mandates Strengthen Business Case for Electrified Operations
  • Focus on Electric-Driven Compressors and Pumps Replaces Fossil-Fuel-Based Equipment
  • Government Incentives for Industrial Emissions Reduction Throw the Spotlight on Green Refineries
  • Integration of Renewable Power Sources Into Refining Infrastructure Expands Addressable Market
  • Deployment of Electrified Steam Generation Systems Enhances Operational Efficiency
  • Expansion of Hydrogen Production Facilities Drives Demand for Electrified Processing Units
  • Collaboration With Utilities Enables Grid-Integrated Refinery Design
  • Surge in Digital Twins and Energy Modeling Tools Accelerates Electrification Planning
  • Regulatory Push for Scope 1 and Scope 2 Emission Reporting Spurs Process Upgrades
  • Innovation in High-Voltage Motors and Drives Supports Electrified Heavy Equipment
  • Electrification of Process Heaters and Boilers Reduces Carbon Footprint in Refineries
  • Emphasis on Modular and Scalable Electrification Solutions Eases Retrofit Challenges
  • Increased Electrification of Off-Gas Recovery and Flare Reduction Systems Sustains Compliance
  • Partnerships With EPC Firms Accelerate Turnkey Electrification Projects
  • Expansion of Electrified Utility Corridors in Industrial Zones Drives Refinery Conversion
  • Development of Smart Grid Interfaces Enhances Power Reliability and Load Management
  • Shift Toward Integrated Energy Parks Stimulates Demand for Electrified Refining Assets
  • Alignment With Net-Zero Roadmaps Unlocks Access to Green Finance Instruments
  • Global Shift Toward Circular Carbon Economy Accelerates End-to-End Electrification in Refineries
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • TABLE 1: World Refinery Electrification Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Refinery Electrification by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Refinery Electrification by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 4: World 16-Year Perspective for Refinery Electrification by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Renewable Energy Sources Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Renewable Energy Sources Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 7: World 16-Year Perspective for Renewable Energy Sources Technology by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Energy Storage Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Energy Storage Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 10: World 16-Year Perspective for Energy Storage Technology by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 11: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Power Electronics Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 12: World Historic Review for Power Electronics Technology by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 13: World 16-Year Perspective for Power Electronics Technology by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Crude Oil Refineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 15: World Historic Review for Crude Oil Refineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 16: World 16-Year Perspective for Crude Oil Refineries by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 17: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Petrochemical Refineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 18: World Historic Review for Petrochemical Refineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 19: World 16-Year Perspective for Petrochemical Refineries by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Biorefineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 21: World Historic Review for Biorefineries by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 22: World 16-Year Perspective for Biorefineries by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 23: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Process Heating Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 24: World Historic Review for Process Heating Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 25: World 16-Year Perspective for Process Heating Application by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 26: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Electric Motors Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 27: World Historic Review for Electric Motors Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 28: World 16-Year Perspective for Electric Motors Application by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 29: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 30: World Historic Review for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 31: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
CHINA
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
EUROPE
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
FRANCE
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
GERMANY
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2025 (E)
INDIA
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2025 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2025 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2025 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Refinery Electrification Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2025 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • ABB Ltd.
  • Baker Hughes
  • Black & Veatch
  • Caterpillar Inc.
  • Cummins Inc.
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Emerson Electric Co.
  • Enel Group
  • ENGIE SA
  • General Electric (GE)
  • Hitachi Energy Ltd.
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
  • Rockwell Automation Inc.
  • S&C Electric Company
  • Schneider Electric
  • Siemens Energy AG
  • Technip Energies
  • Worley Limited

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