As the energy world changes, 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, these renewable fuels 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, useful in long-haul and heavy-duty industries.
Popular forms are ethanol and biodiesel. Bioethanol is made by fermenting sugars from corn or sugarcane. Biodiesel is made from vegetable oils or animal fats. Engines can use them without much modification.
Other options are biogas or aviation biofuel, created from food waste, website 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, there’s huge opportunity. 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 are effective immediately while waiting for full electrification.
As the world pushes for lower emissions, these fuels gain importance. They won’t take the place of solar or electric power, but they work alongside them. Through good policy and research, they might reshape global mobility