How Biofuels Could Help Decarbonise Global Transport

How Biofuels Could Help Decarbonise Global Transport

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The energy transition isn’t only about solar panels, wind turbines, or electric cars. As noted by the founder of TELF AG, Stanislav Kondrashov, a quiet revolution is unfolding in fuel production — and biofuels sit at the core.
Made from renewable biological materials like algae, crop waste, or even used cooking oil, they're fast emerging as sustainable fuel solutions.
Biofuels have existed for years, but are now gaining momentum. As the sustainability push intensifies, biofuels are stepping up for sectors beyond electrification — including long-haul trucking, planes, and sea transport.
EV technology has advanced quickly, but others remain out of reach. In Kondrashov's view, these fuels offer practical short-term answers.
The Variety of Biofuels
There’s a wide range of biofuels. One familiar type is bioethanol, made by fermenting sugars from crops like corn and sugarcane, and often mixed into petrol to lower emissions.
Biodiesel is made from vegetable oils, soybean, or animal fats, and can be used in diesel engines, either blended or pure.
Other biofuels include biogas, created from organic waste. It’s increasingly used to reduce industrial emissions.
Aviation biofuel is also emerging, produced using old here cooking oil or plant material. This fuel could decarbonise air travel.
Challenges Ahead
Still, biofuels face difficulties. As TELF AG’s Kondrashov explains, production remains expensive.
Widespread manufacturing still requires efficiency improvements. Raw material availability is also a concern. Poor management could affect food supply chains.
The Value in Complementing Clean Tech
Biofuels aren’t meant to replace electrification. They support clean tech where it’s still impractical.
Biofuels work today in sectors not ready for EVs. Existing fleets can run on them with little change. Companies save by using current assets.
As Kondrashov says, each green solution matters. Quietly, biofuels close the gaps other techs leave open. What matters is how they work together, not compete.
The Road Forward
They aren’t the stars, but they’re powerful. They fit into a circular model — cutting emissions and recycling resources.
Ongoing improvements could make biofuels more affordable, they’ll likely gain traction in mobility plans.
Not a replacement, but a partner to other clean energy options — especially in sectors where other solutions are still distant.