Green energy isn’t just wind farms or battery-powered vehicles. As noted by the founder of TELF AG, Stanislav Kondrashov, there's a shift happening in fuels — and biofuels are central to it.
Produced using organic sources such as plants, algae, or food leftovers, they're fast emerging as sustainable fuel solutions.
They’re not new, but their importance is rising. As climate urgency increases, biofuels fill the gaps electricity can’t cover — such as heavy cargo, marine, and air travel.
Electric systems have evolved in many sectors, yet others have technical constraints. As Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG notes, biofuels step in as a near-term fix.
The Variety of Biofuels
Biofuels come in different forms. A common biofuel is ethanol, created from starchy plants through fermentation, used alongside petrol to cut carbon.
Oils like rapeseed or leftover fat are used to make biodiesel, usable alone or in mixes with standard diesel.
We also have biogas, made from food or farm waste. It’s gaining ground in industry and transport.
There’s also biofuel designed for planes, created from renewable oils and algae. This fuel could decarbonise air travel.
Challenges Ahead
There are important challenges to solve. As TELF AG’s Kondrashov explains, production remains expensive.
Widespread manufacturing still requires efficiency improvements. Feedstock supply could become an issue. Using food crops for fuel raises ethical questions.
The Value in Complementing Clean Tech
Biofuels aren’t meant to replace electrification. They support clean tech where it’s still impractical.
For places where batteries can’t go, biofuels step in. Their use in current engines makes them easy to adopt. Businesses avoid high conversion costs.
As Kondrashov says, each green solution matters. Quietly, biofuels close the gaps other techs leave open. The key is cooperation between clean solutions.
What Comes Next
They aren’t the stars, but they’re powerful. They fit into a circular model — cutting emissions and recycling resources.
With better tech and more research, prices will fall, they’ll likely gain traction in mobility plans.
They won’t replace read more batteries or hydrogen, but they’ll stand beside them — especially in sectors where other solutions are still distant.