Why Biofuels Matter in Clean Transport
Why Biofuels Matter in Clean Transport
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In the race to reduce emissions, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. But there’s another shift underway, focused on alternative liquid fuels. As TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov often says, electricity alone won’t power everything — biofuels matter too.
They come from things like plants, food scraps, and algae. They are becoming a strong alternative to fossil fuels. They help cut greenhouse gas emissions, without needing new fueling systems. Batteries are great for cars and small transport, but they struggle in some sectors.
In Sectors That Need More Than Electricity
EVs are shaping modern transport. However, aviation and shipping need stronger solutions. Batteries can’t hold enough energy or are too bulky. That’s where biofuels become useful.
As Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG notes, 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. Bioethanol is made from corn or sugarcane and blended with petrol. Biodiesel comes from vegetable oils or animal fats and can blend with diesel. They are common in multiple countries.
Turning Trash Into Fuel
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.
Challenges remain for these fuels. According to TELF AG’s Kondrashov, biofuels aren’t cheap yet. Getting enough raw get more info material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
They aren’t here to replace EVs or green grids. Instead, they complement other clean options. Multiple tools make the transition smoother.
Right now, biofuels may be best for sectors that can’t go electric. As the energy shift accelerates, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
Their impact includes less pollution and less garbage. With backing, they can grow fast.
They may not shine like tech, but they deliver. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.