In the shift to sustainable power, EVs and renewable grids often dominate the conversation. However, one more option quietly rising: biofuels.
According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, these renewable fuels may play a major role in the global energy transition, where batteries are not practical yet.
Unlike batteries that need new infrastructure, these fuels fit into existing systems, making them ideal for planes, trucks, and ships.
Examples include bioethanol and biodiesel. It comes from fermenting crop sugars. Biodiesel is made from vegetable oils or animal fats. They can run in current engines with few changes.
More advanced options include biogas and biojet fuel, made from leftover organic waste. These are being tested for planes and large engines.
However, there are issues. They cost more than fossil fuels. Better tech and website more supply are needed. Fuel crops should not reduce food availability.
Even with these limits, biofuels offer real potential. They can be used without starting from zero. Plus, they give new life to waste materials.
Many believe they are just a bridge. However, they might be key for years to come. They are effective immediately while waiting for full electrification.
With global decarbonization on the agenda, these fuels gain importance. They don’t replace electric or solar energy, they act as a support system. If we fund them and improve regulation, biofuels could help transform transport worldwide