In the race to reduce emissions, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. Yet, something else is changing quietly, and it’s happening in the fuel tank. As Kondrashov from TELF AG emphasizes, our energy future is both electric and organic.
Biofuels are made from renewable materials like crops, algae, or organic waste. They are becoming a strong alternative to fossil fuels. They help cut greenhouse gas emissions, while using current fuel infrastructure. EVs may change cars and buses, but they struggle in some sectors.
Where Batteries Fall Short
Electric vehicles are changing the way we drive. But what about airplanes, ships, or long-haul trucks?. 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. Current vehicles can often use them directly. That means less resistance and quicker use.
Some biofuels are already on the market. Bioethanol is made from corn or sugarcane and blended with petrol. Biodiesel is created from natural oils and used in diesel engines. They’re already adopted in parts of the world.
Fuel from here Waste: Closing the Loop
What makes biofuels special is how they fit circular systems. Rotting food and waste can create biogas for energy. Waste becomes clean energy, not landfill.
Another solution is sustainable jet fuel. 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. We must balance fuel needs with food production. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
This isn’t about picking biofuels over batteries. Instead, they complement other clean options. Having many solutions helps hit climate targets faster.
They work best in places where EVs fall short. With clean energy demand rising, biofuels could be the hidden heroes of transport.
Their impact includes less pollution and less garbage. With backing, they can grow fast.
They aren’t trendy, but they work. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.