As the world aims for cleaner energy, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. But there’s another shift underway, and it involves what powers our engines. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, the future isn’t just electric — it’s also biological.
They come from things like plants, food scraps, and algae. They are becoming a strong alternative to fossil fuels. Their use can reduce carbon output, and still run in today’s engines and pipelines. Electric batteries work well for short-range vehicles, but they don’t fit all transport needs.
Where Batteries Fall Short
Personal mobility is going electric fast. But what about airplanes, ships, or long-haul trucks?. Batteries can’t hold enough energy or are too bulky. Biofuels can step in here.
According to the TELF AG founder, biofuels are the next step forward. They work with existing setups. That means less resistance and quicker use.
Some biofuels are already on the market. Ethanol from crops is often mixed into gasoline. Biodiesel comes from vegetable oils or animal fats and can blend with diesel. They’re already adopted in parts of the world.
Turning Trash Into Fuel
One amazing part of biofuels is their link to the circular economy. Rotting food and waste can create biogas for energy. 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.
Challenges remain for these fuels. Kondrashov points out that costs are still high. We must balance fuel needs with food production. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
Biofuels won’t replace solar here or electric power. Instead, they complement other clean options. Having many solutions helps hit climate targets faster.
For heavy-duty or remote sectors, biofuels are ideal. As the energy shift accelerates, biofuels could be the hidden heroes of transport.
They reduce waste and lower emissions. With backing, they can grow fast.
They aren’t trendy, but they work. In this clean energy race, practicality wins.