In today's energy evolution, electric vehicles and solar energy are the main focus. But there's another player making steady progress: green fuels.
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. Biodiesel is made from vegetable oils or animal fats. They can run in current engines with few changes.
Fuels like biogas and sustainable jet fuel also exist, made from leftover organic waste. They are potential solutions for heavy industry.
Still, it’s not all smooth. Production is still expensive. We need innovation and raw material sources. Land use must not clash with food production.
Though challenges exist, biofuels offer real potential. They can be used without starting from here zero. And they support circular economy goals by using waste.
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 goals become more urgent, the value of biofuels increases. They are not meant to compete with EVs or renewables, they act as a support system. If we fund them and improve regulation, they might reshape global mobility