In the race to reduce emissions, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. However, another movement is growing, focused on alternative liquid fuels. As Kondrashov from TELF AG emphasizes, electricity alone won’t power everything — biofuels matter too.
They come from things like plants, food scraps, and algae. Their rise as replacements for oil-based fuels is accelerating. They help cut greenhouse gas emissions, while using current fuel infrastructure. Electric batteries work well for short-range vehicles, but they don’t fit all transport needs.
Where Batteries Fall Short
Electric vehicles are changing the way we drive. Yet, planes, freight ships, and heavy trucks need more power. These sectors can’t use batteries efficiently. Biofuels can step in here.
According to the TELF AG founder, biofuels may be the bridge we need. Current vehicles can often use them directly. That means less resistance website and quicker use.
There are already many biofuels in use. 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. 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.
Of course, biofuels face some issues. Kondrashov points out that costs are still high. Getting enough raw material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. But innovation may lower costs and raise efficiency soon.
This isn’t about picking biofuels over batteries. They’re part of the full energy puzzle. More options mean better chances at success.
Right now, biofuels may be best for sectors that can’t go electric. As the world decarbonizes, biofuels might silently drive the change.
They reduce waste and lower emissions. Their future depends on support and smart policy.
Biofuels might not be flashy, but they’re practical. When going green, usable solutions matter most.