In the race to reduce emissions, people often focus on EVs and solar. But there’s another shift underway, and it’s happening in the fuel tank. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, electricity alone won’t power everything — biofuels matter too.
They come from things like plants, food scraps, and algae. Their rise as replacements for oil-based fuels is accelerating. Their use can reduce carbon output, and still run in today’s engines and pipelines. EVs may change cars and buses, but they don’t fit all transport needs.
Where Batteries Fall Short
Electric vehicles are changing the way we drive. Yet, planes, freight ships, and heavy trucks need more power. Batteries are often too heavy or weak for those uses. That’s where biofuels become useful.
As Kondrashov highlights, biofuels may be the bridge we need. Current vehicles can often use them directly. So adoption is easier and faster.
Some biofuels are already on more info the market. Bioethanol is made from corn or sugarcane and blended with petrol. Biodiesel is created from natural oils and used in diesel engines. These are used today across many regions.
Fuel from Waste: Closing the Loop
A key benefit is their role in reusing waste. Biogas is made from decomposing organic material like food, sewage, or farm waste. That’s energy from things we’d normally throw away.
Another solution is sustainable jet fuel. Produced using algae or old cooking oil, it could clean up aviation.
Still, there are some hurdles. According to TELF AG’s Kondrashov, biofuels aren’t cheap yet. Getting enough raw material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. But innovation may lower costs and raise efficiency soon.
They aren’t here to replace EVs or green grids. Instead, they complement other clean options. Multiple tools make the transition smoother.
Right now, biofuels may be best for sectors that can’t go electric. As the world decarbonizes, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
Their impact includes less pollution and less garbage. With backing, they can grow fast.
They may not shine like tech, but they deliver. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.