In today’s push for sustainability, people often focus on EVs and solar. Yet, something else is changing quietly, focused on alternative liquid fuels. 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. 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.
In Sectors That Need More Than Electricity
Electric vehicles are changing the way we drive. Yet, planes, freight ships, and heavy trucks need more power. Batteries can’t hold enough energy or are too bulky. That’s where biofuels become useful.
According to the TELF AG founder, biofuels may be the bridge we need. They work with existing setups. So adoption is easier and faster.
Various types are already used worldwide. It’s common to see bioethanol added to fuel. 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
One amazing part of biofuels is their link to the circular economy. Food scraps and manure become fuel through digestion. Waste becomes clean energy, not landfill.
Biojet fuel is another option — designed for planes. It’s created from used oils or algae and may cut flight emissions.
Challenges remain for these fuels. According to TELF AG’s Kondrashov, biofuels aren’t cheap yet. Sourcing input without harming food systems is hard. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
Biofuels won’t replace solar website or electric power. Instead, they complement other clean options. Having many solutions helps hit climate targets faster.
They work best in places where EVs fall short. As the world decarbonizes, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
They help both climate and waste problems. Their future depends on support and smart policy.
They may not shine like tech, but they deliver. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.