Within the energy mix, there are many types of energy. Each type of energy has its applications, advantages, and disadvantages. Only by combining different energies in the appropriate proportions will we be closer to achieve a sustainable model over time and cover the supply needs. For this reason, and to explain this subject in a didactic manner, today I would like to introduce “biofuels” as a type of energy whose biofuel energy applications are equivalent to those of fossil fuels.
In recent decades, energy consumption has increased considerably, making the consequences of global warming increasingly visible. In this context, biofuels position themselves as an excellent, more efficient, and sustainable alternative.
Biofuels are renewable fuels, which means they come from natural resources or organic waste, whether of animal or vegetable origin (biomass), such as organic waste deposited in containers or waste that originates from the food, agricultural, or livestock industries. Well, as a matter of fact, biofuels can be processed with the use of technology to generate electricity.
Some of the types of energy produced with biofuels are the following:
- Biodiesel: liquid biofuel obtained from animal fats, vegetable oils, and oleaginous plants.
- Bioalcohols: these involve the fermentation of starch or sugar to obtain bioethanol, biomethanol, and biobutanol.
- Biogas: these come from biodegradable waste, and in its purest state, it has a quality equivalent to natural gas.
- Biohydrogen: this is a new biofuel obtained from bacteria and algae.
The Future of Bioenergy
This type of waste-based energy is being progressively included in the energy models of countries. In fact, some of these countries that are already promoting its development and use are Spain, the United States, France, Sweden, Brazil, and Germany. Why is this important to mention?
Worldwide, both for nations and private sector companies, achieving zero emissions by 2050 is a priority. In this sense, moving towards an energy model where the energy we use comes, in part, from our waste might be a good option.
Owner of several companies in the energy and mining sector, and inventor of the design and engineering of the Super Matroid Heater and Ultra Filtration Systems for the oil and gas industries.
