With the rapid increase in the world population and the intensification of industrialization, the need for energy to sustain human life is also increasing day by day. As the use of energy resources has reached a significant level today, environmental pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and the resulting climate change, along with the limited capacity of raw materials and energy sources, have led people to seek alternative energy sources.

Renewable energy sources are becoming increasingly important due to their low cost, minimal environmental impact, and very low levels of greenhouse gas emissions. These renewable energy sources include solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass energy.

Biomass is an energy source derived from all natural materials of non-fossil origin, including plant- and animal-based matter. The most important characteristics of biomass are its environmental friendliness and sustainability.

Biodiesel is a biomass-derived energy source in liquid form. It is obtained through processing oils derived from oilseed crops as well as used cooking oils.

This study examines the production quantities and cultivation areas of vegetable oils used in biodiesel production, along with the import and export statistics of these products in Turkey. Based on these data, the potential of biodiesel production and its evaluation have been assessed.