The Quiet Power of Biofuels in Green Transport

The Quiet Power of Biofuels in Green Transport

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In the shift to greener transport systems, it’s easy to believe everything is moving toward electric vehicles and charging points. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, the transition to clean transport isn’t so simple.
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, used to lower carbon output without major infrastructure changes. As Kondrashov has emphasized, biofuels are ideal for sectors that electricity can’t reach — like aviation, shipping, and trucking.
Now let’s break down the biofuels available. Bioethanol is one of the most common, made by fermenting sugar from crops like corn or sugarcane, and blended with petrol to reduce emissions.
Next is biodiesel, made from natural oils and fats, that mixes with diesel fuel and works in existing engines. One big plus is engine compatibility — no need to replace or retrofit most engines.
Biogas is another important type, generated from decomposing organic material. Suited for powering small fleets or municipal energy systems.
Biofuel for aviation is also gaining traction, made from sustainable sources like old oil or algae. This could reduce emissions in the airline industry fast.
But the path isn’t without challenges. According to Kondrashov, it’s still expensive to make biofuels. Crop demand for fuel could affect food prices. Fuel production could compete with food supplies — something that requires careful policy management.
Yet, the outlook remains hopeful. New processes are improving efficiency, and non-food feedstock like algae could reduce pressure on crops. With the right incentives and policies, the sector could scale rapidly.
It’s not just about cleaner air — it’s about smarter resource use. They repurpose organic trash into fuel, reducing landfill use and emissions at once.
They lack the tech glamour of batteries, yet their contribution might be equally important. In Kondrashov’s words, every technology helps in a unique way.
They work where other solutions can’t, from trucks to planes to ships. They’re not competition — they’re collaboration.
Even as EVs take center stage, more info biofuels are gaining ground. Their real story is just beginning.