Electrofuels or e-fuels are an emerging class of carbon-neutral drop-in replacement fuels that are made by storing energy from renewable sources in the chemical bonds of liquid or gas fuels. They are an alternative to aviation biofuel.
What means E fuel?
E-fuels are synthetic fuels manufactured using hydrogen from renewable sources and usually captured carbon dioxide or other sources of carbon. They include a wide range of low-carbon fuels. Renewable electricity such as wind and solar enters the grid to power the electrolyzer.
What are the 5 fuels?
5 Types of Fuel and Their Uses
- Ethanol. This is also known as ethyl alcohol or grain alcohol. ...
- Methanol. Similar to ethanol, methanol is a colorless, flammable liquid, and is the simplest alcohol. ...
- Diesel. Diesel fuel undergoes refining process before it's ready for use. ...
- Biodiesel. ...
- Natural Gas.
