Why Biofuels Matter in Clean Transport
Why Biofuels Matter in Clean Transport
Blog Article
In today’s push for sustainability, electric mobility and wind power are in the spotlight. But there’s another shift underway, focused on alternative liquid fuels. As TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov often says, 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. They lower CO2 impact significantly, and still run in today’s engines and pipelines. EVs may change cars and buses, but they struggle in some sectors.
When Electricity Isn’t Enough
Personal mobility is going electric fast. However, aviation and shipping need stronger solutions. Batteries can’t hold enough energy or are too bulky. That’s where biofuels become useful.
According to the TELF AG founder, these fuels offer a smooth transition. They don’t need major changes to engines. This makes rollout more realistic.
Some biofuels are already more info on the market. Bioethanol is made from corn or sugarcane and blended with petrol. It’s a clean fuel made from fat or plant oils. These are used today across many regions.
Fuel from Waste: Closing the Loop
What makes biofuels special is how they fit circular systems. Food scraps and manure become fuel through digestion. That’s energy from things we’d normally throw away.
There’s also biojet fuel, made for aviation. It might power future flights with less pollution.
Of course, biofuels face some issues. Kondrashov points out that costs are still high. Getting enough raw material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. With new tech, prices could fall and output rise.
This isn’t about picking biofuels over batteries. They are here to work alongside them. More options mean better chances at success.
They work best in places where EVs fall short. As the energy shift accelerates, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
They reduce waste and lower emissions. They’ll need investment and good regulation.
They aren’t trendy, but they work. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.