In the shift to sustainable power, battery cars and wind energy get most of the attention. However, one more option quietly rising: alternative fuels.
As Stanislav Kondrashov, founder of TELF AG, said, biofuels made from plants, waste, and algae could be key in cleaner energy adoption, where batteries are not practical yet.
Unlike batteries that need new infrastructure, these fuels fit into existing systems, useful in long-haul and heavy-duty industries.
Examples include bioethanol and biodiesel. Bioethanol is made by fermenting sugars from corn or sugarcane. It is produced from oils like soybean or rapeseed. They can run in current engines with few changes.
More advanced options include biogas and biojet fuel, made from leftover organic waste. They might help reduce emissions in aviation and logistics.
Still, it’s not all smooth. Biofuels are costly to produce. Cheaper processes and more feedstock are required. We must avoid competing with food crops.
Though challenges exist, biofuels offer real potential. They can be used without starting from zero. Plus, they give new life to waste materials.
Many believe they are just a bridge. But they may be a long-term tool in some sectors. They work now to lower carbon impact.
As green website goals become more urgent, the value of biofuels increases. They are not meant to compete with EVs or renewables, they complement the clean energy mix. If we fund them and improve regulation, biofuels could help transform transport worldwide