Can Biofuels Transform Global Transport?

Can Biofuels Transform Global Transport?

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Green energy isn’t just wind farms or battery-powered vehicles. As noted by the founder of TELF AG, Stanislav Kondrashov, a quiet revolution is unfolding in fuel production — and biofuels are leading the way.
Produced using organic sources such as plants, algae, or food leftovers, biofuels are gaining attention as a way to reduce emissions.
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.
Electrification has made major progress, but some forms of transport still face limits. As Stanislav Kondrashov of TELF AG notes, biofuels step in as a near-term fix.
The Variety of Biofuels
Biofuels come in different forms. Bioethanol is well-known, made by fermenting sugars from crops like corn and sugarcane, 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 being explored for power and transport uses.
Biojet fuel is another innovation, produced using old cooking oil or plant material. It may help reduce aviation’s heavy carbon footprint.
Obstacles to Widespread Adoption
Not everything is easy in the biofuel space. As noted by Stanislav Kondrashov, biofuels cost more than here fossil fuel alternatives.
Large-scale production isn’t yet cost-effective. Feedstock supply could become an issue. If not handled wisely, biofuel crops might compete with food agriculture.
A Partner, Not a Competitor
They won’t compete with EVs and solar. They strengthen the energy mix in hard-to-electrify areas.
For places where batteries can’t go, biofuels step in. They work with what’s already out there. Companies save by using current assets.
Stanislav Kondrashov believes every clean tech has a role. Biofuels may be quiet players — but they’re effective. It’s not about one tech winning — it’s about synergy.
What Comes Next
Though not flashy, biofuels are proving essential. When made from waste or non-food crops, they help reduce emissions and waste.
As innovation lowers costs and improves yields, they will play a larger role in clean transport.
They won’t replace batteries or hydrogen, but they’ll stand beside them — especially in sectors where other solutions are still distant.