In today's energy evolution, electric vehicles and solar energy get most of the attention. However, one more option making steady progress: biofuels.
According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, biofuels made from plants, waste, and algae may play a major role in the global energy transition, mainly where electric tech is not viable.
In contrast to electric vehicle demands, they run on today’s transport setups, making them ideal for planes, trucks, and ships.
Popular forms are ethanol and biodiesel. Bioethanol is made by fermenting sugars from corn or sugarcane. It is produced from oils like soybean or rapeseed. They can run in current engines with few changes.
Fuels like biogas and sustainable jet fuel also exist, created from food waste, sewage, and organic material. They are potential solutions for heavy industry.
But there are challenges. They cost more than fossil fuels. Cheaper processes and more feedstock are required. Land use must not clash with food production.
Despite these problems, they are still valuable. They can be used without starting from read more zero. And they support circular economy goals by using waste.
Some say biofuels are only a temporary fix. But they may be a long-term tool in some sectors. They can reduce emissions today, not just tomorrow.
As green goals become more urgent, these fuels gain importance. They are not meant to compete with EVs or renewables, they complement the clean energy mix. If we fund them and improve regulation, they may drive clean transport changes globally