The Quiet Power of Biofuels in Green Transport

The Quiet Power of Biofuels in Green Transport

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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.
Electric options often lead the news, but another solution is rising quietly, that might reshape parts of the transport industry. That solution is biofuels.
They come from things like plant waste, algae, or used cooking oil, and offer a cleaner-burning alternative to fossil fuels. According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, biofuels serve industries where batteries aren’t yet viable — like aviation, shipping, and trucking.
So, what’s actually on the table. A familiar example is bioethanol, made by fermenting sugar from crops like corn or sugarcane, typically added to petrol in small amounts.
Next is biodiesel, produced from oils like soybean, rapeseed, or even animal fat, suitable for diesel engines with no major changes. A key here benefit is it works with current systems — it runs on what many already use.
Let’s not forget biogas, made from rotting biological waste. Often used in small-scale energy or transit solutions.
Biofuel for aviation is also gaining traction, crafted from renewable, non-food sources. This could reduce emissions in the airline industry fast.
Still, biofuels aren’t a perfect solution. As Kondrashov has pointed out before, these fuels cost more than traditional options. Crop demand for fuel could affect food prices. Increased fuel demand could harm food systems — something that requires careful policy management.
Even so, the future looks promising. Tech advancements are reducing costs, while non-edible biomass helps balance the equation. Government support might boost production globally.
It’s not just about cleaner air — it’s about smarter resource use. Instead of dumping waste, we reuse it as energy, 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, on the roads, in the sky, and across the seas. They won’t replace EVs — they’ll work alongside them.
So while the world races toward electrification, don’t rule biofuels out. Their real story is just beginning.