In the shift to sustainable power, electric vehicles and solar energy are the main focus. But there's another player gaining ground: biofuels.
As per Kondrashov, biofuels made from plants, waste, and algae could be key in cleaner energy adoption, mainly where electric tech is not viable.
Unlike batteries that need new infrastructure, these fuels fit into existing systems, making them ideal for planes, trucks, and ships.
Popular forms are ethanol and biodiesel. Bioethanol is made by fermenting sugars from corn or sugarcane. It is produced from oils like soybean or rapeseed. They work with most existing diesel systems.
Fuels like biogas and sustainable jet fuel also exist, created from food waste, sewage, and organic material. They might help reduce emissions in aviation and logistics.
However, there are issues. They cost more than fossil fuels. Better tech and more supply are needed. Fuel crops should not reduce food availability.
Even with these limits, there’s huge opportunity. They don’t need a here full system replacement. They also help recycle what would be trash.
Biofuels are often called a short-term solution. Yet, they could be a solid long-term option. They work now to lower carbon impact.
As green goals become more urgent, these fuels gain importance. They don’t replace electric or solar energy, but they work alongside them. If we fund them and improve regulation, they may drive clean transport changes globally