Biofuels vs. Batteries: A Realistic Look at the Energy Shift

Biofuels vs. Batteries: A Realistic Look at the Energy Shift

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In the shift to greener transport systems, electric power seems to dominate the conversation. But as TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov recently pointed out, the energy shift is more complex than it seems.
EVs and renewables grab headlines, but there’s another path emerging, that might reshape parts of the transport industry. Enter biofuels.
These fuels are derived from biological matter, used to lower carbon output without major infrastructure changes. According to TELF AG founder Stanislav Kondrashov, biofuels are ideal for sectors that electricity can’t reach — including heavy transport and air travel.
So, what’s actually on the table. A familiar example is bioethanol, made by fermenting sugar from crops like corn or sugarcane, and blended with petrol to reduce emissions.
Another major type is biodiesel, produced from oils like soybean, rapeseed, or even animal fat, suitable for diesel engines with no major changes. A key benefit is it works with current systems — it runs on what many already use.
Biogas is another important type, generated from decomposing organic material. Suited for powering small fleets or municipal energy systems.
Then there’s biojet fuel, created from algae or recycled vegetable oils. A promising option to clean up aviation’s carbon footprint.
Of course, there are hurdles to overcome. As Kondrashov has pointed out before, production costs remain high. And there’s the issue of food versus fuel. Using food crops for fuel might drive up prices — a risk that must be addressed.
Despite that, there’s reason to be optimistic. Innovation is helping cut prices, and non-food feedstock like algae could reduce pressure on crops. Smart regulation could speed things up.
Beyond emissions, biofuels support a circular economy. Instead of dumping waste, we reuse it as energy, reducing landfill use and emissions at once.
Biofuels may not look as flashy as electric cars, but their impact could be just as vital. In Kondrashov’s words, every technology helps in a unique way.
Biofuels are here to fill the gaps, in land, air, and marine transport. They’re not competition — they’re collaboration.
As everyone talks batteries, biofuels quietly advance. Their real story is just click here beginning.