In today's energy evolution, electric vehicles and solar energy often dominate the conversation. But there's another player gaining ground: alternative fuels.
According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, these renewable fuels may play a major role in the global energy transition, mainly where electric tech is not viable.
While electric systems require big changes, they run on today’s transport setups, which helps in aviation, freight, and maritime transport.
Popular forms are ethanol and biodiesel. It comes from fermenting crop sugars. It is produced from oils like soybean or rapeseed. Engines can use them without much modification.
More advanced options include biogas and biojet fuel, produced using scraps and waste. They might help reduce emissions in aviation and logistics.
Still, it’s not all smooth. Production is still expensive. Better tech and more supply are needed. Fuel crops should not reduce food availability.
Despite these problems, biofuels offer real potential. They avoid full infrastructure change. Plus, they give new life to waste materials.
Some say biofuels are only a temporary fix. But they may be a long-term tool in some sectors. They are effective immediately while waiting for full electrification.
As green goals become more urgent, the value of biofuels increases. They won’t take the place of solar or electric power, they act as a support system. If we fund them and improve regulation, they may read more drive clean transport changes globally