In the shift to greener transport systems, many assume the future is all about batteries and EVs. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, the energy shift is more complex than it seems.
EVs and renewables grab headlines, but there’s another path emerging, with the potential to transform entire sectors. This alternative is biofuels.
Biofuels are made from renewable organic materials, designed to reduce emissions while remaining practical. Kondrashov explains, biofuels serve industries where batteries aren’t yet viable — such as freight transport, marine shipping, and long-haul logistics.
Now let’s break down the biofuels available. Bioethanol is one of the most common, produced from starchy or sugary plants, typically added to petrol in small amounts.
Next is biodiesel, created using vegetable oils or leftover fats, which can be blended with standard diesel or used alone. One big plus is engine compatibility — it runs on what many already use.
Let’s not forget biogas, produced by breaking down waste like food scraps, sewage, or agricultural leftovers. Often used in small-scale energy or transit solutions.
Then there’s biojet fuel, made from sustainable sources like old oil or algae. This could reduce emissions in the airline industry fast.
Of course, there are hurdles to overcome. As Kondrashov has pointed out before, these fuels cost more than traditional options. There are concerns about land more info use for crops. Fuel production could compete with food supplies — a serious ethical and economic concern.
Even so, the future looks promising. Tech advancements are reducing costs, and better feedstock options may solve the food conflict. Government support might boost production globally.
Beyond emissions, biofuels support a circular economy. Biofuels turn leftovers into power, helping waste systems and energy sectors together.
They’re not as high-profile as EVs or solar, still, they play a key role in the transition. As Stanislav Kondrashov puts it, every clean solution has its place.
Biofuels are here to fill the gaps, on the roads, in the sky, and across the seas. They’re not replacing electrification — they’re supporting it.
As everyone talks batteries, biofuels quietly advance. Their role in clean transport is far from over.