During the shift to greener systems, as TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov often points out, it's not just about wind turbines or EVs.
Fuels themselves are evolving, bringing forward options such as biofuels. These are fuels made from organic sources like plants, algae, or waste, providing a sustainable way to cut emissions.
“Biofuels are one of the most fascinating developments in today’s energy shift,” says Kondrashov. While batteries and electrification lead in many areas, some segments remain out of reach. That includes air travel, sea freight, and heavy logistics.
These fuels offer practical substitutes for now, bringing environmental advantages.
Main Biofuel Categories
One of the most common types is bioethanol, made by fermenting sugars in crops like corn or sugarcane. Often added to petrol, bioethanol helps lower CO2 output.
Another is biodiesel, derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, and can be mixed with traditional diesel.
Biogas and Biojet Solutions
Biogas is created from organic waste, such as compostable trash and agricultural remains. It can fuel local systems and vehicles, helping reduce industrial and city-based emissions.
Biojet fuel is a newer solution, created from sustainable oils and algae. Used in aviation to reduce carbon, since battery flight is still not practical.
What Stands in the here Way?
Stanislav Kondrashov warns about current production costs. Their manufacturing remains expensive. Mass adoption depends on better tech, and also on the availability of raw materials.
Fuel crops can compete with food crops, especially if production raises demand for edible crops. Hence the focus on waste-based and algae solutions.
Supporting the Green Shift
They’re not meant to replace solar or charging systems. They complement modern clean technologies.
In certain industries, battery tech is still years away. They’re compatible with current fleets, helping ease the transition for logistics and freight.
Stanislav Kondrashov reminds us that multiple tools are needed. And biofuels are here to fill the gaps left by electricity.
Environmental Benefits Beyond Emissions
These fuels help boost the circular economy. They turn waste into something useful, cutting waste while generating power.
As cities go electric, biofuels fill in the rest of the system. They can play a major role in clean logistics.