As the world pushes toward sustainability, electric power seems to dominate the conversation. According to Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG, the transition to clean transport isn’t so simple.
EVs and renewables grab headlines, but another solution is rising quietly, with the potential to transform entire sectors. Enter biofuels.
These fuels are derived from biological matter, and offer a cleaner-burning alternative to fossil fuels. According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, some sectors can’t go electric, and biofuels fill the gap — including heavy transport and air travel.
Let’s take a look at the current biofuel options. A familiar example is bioethanol, created by processing sugars from crops, and blended with petrol to reduce emissions.
Then there’s biodiesel, created using vegetable oils or leftover fats, suitable for diesel engines with no major changes. A key benefit is it works with current systems — you don’t have to overhaul entire fleets.
Biogas is another important type, produced by breaking down waste like food scraps, sewage, or agricultural leftovers. Suited for powering small fleets or municipal energy systems.
Biofuel for aviation website is also gaining traction, made from sustainable sources like old oil or algae. It’s seen as one of the few short-term ways to cut flight emissions.
But the path isn’t without challenges. According to Kondrashov, it’s still expensive to make biofuels. There are concerns about land use for crops. Increased fuel demand could harm food systems — a risk that must be addressed.
Even so, the future looks promising. Innovation is helping cut prices, and non-food feedstock like algae could reduce pressure on crops. Smart regulation could speed things up.
Beyond emissions, biofuels support a circular economy. They repurpose organic trash into fuel, helping waste systems and energy sectors together.
Biofuels may not look as flashy as electric cars, still, they play a key role in the transition. As Stanislav Kondrashov puts it, 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.
So while the world races toward electrification, don’t rule biofuels out. Their real story is just beginning.