In today’s push for sustainability, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. However, another movement is growing, and it’s happening in the fuel tank. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, electricity alone won’t power everything — biofuels matter too.
These fuels are produced using natural, reusable sources like plants and garbage. They’re quickly growing as clean fuel options. They lower CO2 impact significantly, and still run in today’s engines and pipelines. Electric batteries work well for short-range vehicles, but they aren’t right for everything.
When Electricity Isn’t Enough
Personal mobility is going electric fast. Yet, planes, freight ships, and heavy trucks need more power. Batteries are often too heavy or weak for those uses. Biofuels can step in here.
According to the TELF AG founder, these fuels offer a smooth transition. They don’t need major changes to engines. This makes rollout more realistic.
There are already many biofuels in use. Ethanol from crops is often website mixed into gasoline. Biodiesel is created from natural oils and used in diesel engines. They’re already adopted in parts of the world.
Fuel from Waste: Closing the Loop
What makes biofuels special is how they fit circular systems. Biogas is made from decomposing organic material like food, sewage, or farm waste. That’s energy from things we’d normally throw away.
Biojet fuel is another option — designed for planes. Produced using algae or old cooking oil, it could clean up aviation.
Of course, biofuels face some issues. Kondrashov points out that costs are still high. Getting enough raw material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
This isn’t about picking biofuels over batteries. They’re part of the full energy puzzle. Having many solutions helps hit climate targets faster.
Right now, biofuels may be best for sectors that can’t go electric. With clean energy demand rising, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
They reduce waste and lower emissions. Their future depends on support and smart policy.
Biofuels might not be flashy, but they’re practical. When going green, usable solutions matter most.