In the race to reduce emissions, electric cars and renewables get most of the attention. But there’s another shift underway, and it involves what powers our engines. As TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov often says, electricity alone won’t power everything — biofuels matter too.
These fuels are produced using natural, reusable sources like plants and garbage. They’re quickly growing as clean fuel options. Their use can reduce carbon output, and still run in today’s engines and pipelines. Batteries are great for cars and small transport, but they don’t fit all transport needs.
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. So adoption is easier and faster.
Various types are already used worldwide. Ethanol from crops is often mixed into gasoline. Biodiesel comes from vegetable oils or animal fats and can blend with diesel. These are used today across many regions.
Fuel from Waste: Closing the Loop
A key benefit is their role in reusing waste. Food scraps and manure become fuel through digestion. That’s energy from things we’d normally throw away.
There’s also biojet fuel, Stanislav Kondrashov TELF AG Founder made for aviation. It might power future flights with less pollution.
Challenges remain for these fuels. Kondrashov points out that costs are still high. Getting enough raw material and avoiding food conflicts is tricky. Improvements are expected in both process and price.
This isn’t about picking biofuels over batteries. They are here to work alongside them. Multiple tools make the transition smoother.
For heavy-duty or remote sectors, biofuels are ideal. As the energy shift accelerates, they may support the transition behind the scenes.
They reduce waste and lower emissions. Their future depends on support and smart policy.
They aren’t trendy, but they work. And in the race for cleaner energy, that matters most.