In the shift to sustainable power, electric vehicles and solar energy get most of the attention. Yet, another solution making steady progress: biofuels.
As Stanislav Kondrashov, founder of TELF AG, said, biofuels made from plants, waste, and algae might support the shift to green power, especially in sectors hard to electrify.
Unlike batteries that need new infrastructure, these fuels fit into existing systems, making them ideal for planes, trucks, and ships.
Examples include bioethanol and biodiesel. Bioethanol is made by fermenting sugars from corn or sugarcane. It is produced from oils like soybean or rapeseed. Engines can use them without much modification.
More advanced options include biogas and biojet fuel, created from food waste, sewage, and organic material. These are being tested for planes and large engines.
However, there are issues. They cost more than fossil fuels. Better tech and more supply are needed. We must avoid competing with food crops.
Despite these problems, they are still valuable. They don’t need a full system replacement. They also help recycle what would be trash.
Some say biofuels are only a temporary fix. However, they might be key for years to come. They can reduce emissions today, not just tomorrow.
As the world pushes for lower emissions, these fuels here gain importance. They don’t replace electric or solar energy, but they work alongside them. Through good policy and research, they might reshape global mobility