As the energy world changes, electric vehicles and solar energy get most of the attention. But there's another player making steady progress: alternative fuels.
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, making them ideal for planes, trucks, and ships.
Common types are bioethanol 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.
More advanced options include biogas and biojet fuel, created from food waste, sewage, and organic material. They might help reduce emissions in aviation and logistics.
However, there are issues. Biofuels are costly to produce. Cheaper processes and more feedstock are required. Fuel crops should not reduce food availability.
Even click here with these limits, there’s huge opportunity. They avoid full infrastructure change. They also help recycle what would be trash.
Many believe they are just a bridge. However, they might be key for years to come. They work now to lower carbon impact.
As the world pushes for lower emissions, biofuels have a growing role. They won’t take the place of solar or electric power, but they work alongside them. Through good policy and research, they may drive clean transport changes globally