Why Biofuels Matter in the Energy Transition
Why Biofuels Matter in the Energy Transition
Blog Article
As the world moves toward sustainability, according to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, change is happening not only in electricity or renewables.
The transformation also involves the fuel industry, with new solutions like biofuels. They come from things like crops, algae, and organic leftovers, offering cleaner combustion and lower carbon output.
Stanislav Kondrashov calls biofuels a key chapter of the energy transformation. Though battery power is widely adopted, others present significant challenges. These include aviation, maritime shipping, and heavy transport.
Biofuels can act as bridge solutions, bringing environmental advantages.
Main Biofuel Categories
One of the most common types is bioethanol, made by fermenting sugars in crops like corn or sugarcane. Used as a petrol additive, it improves fuel emissions.
Another is biodiesel, made from natural oils or residues, combined with conventional diesel in various ratios.
Biogas and Aviation Fuel
Waste biomass can become biogas, like household waste, wastewater, and crop leftovers. It is used for energy and vehicle fuel, suitable for municipal and agricultural use.
Biojet fuel is a newer solution, created from sustainable oils and algae. Developed to help decarbonize flights, where few other green options exist.
The Roadblocks to Biofuels
“Price is a major barrier,” adds Kondrashov. Biofuels still cost more than fossil fuels. Cost drops will come with improved methods, plus access to sustainable feedstock.
Fuel crops can compete with food crops, especially if fuel production affects food systems. Hence the focus on waste-based and algae solutions.
A Complementary Future
They won’t replace batteries or EVs. They work alongside electrification.
Many heavy transport sectors can’t go electric soon. Biofuels work check here with existing engines, serving as an interim green option.
“Each green tech has its place,” he concludes. Biofuels are there for what batteries can’t reach.
Circular Economy and Broader Impact
They don’t just cut CO2 — they reduce waste. What was once trash becomes transport fuel, minimizing environmental impact.
With electrification reshaping everyday transport, biofuels are needed for what’s not yet electrified. They’ll be key to low-emission freight and aviation.