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In view of the “comes and goes” of oil prices, new alternatives for the independence of the commodity have been studied, one of them being the development of 100% sustainable gasoline
Since the discovery of the harmful effects of fossil fuels on the environment, the search for cleaner and more sustainable energy sources has become a global priority. The new sustainable gasoline is an independent alternative to oil, capable of offering several benefits, but also has disadvantages to be considered, according to the Olhar Digital website.
The new sustainable gasoline is a clean, petroleum-independent fuel that can be made primarily from hydrogen, but also from plants, food waste and other renewable raw materials. It is produced through the fermentation of these substances, which are converted into alcohol, which is later refined to become the new gasoline.
Petroleum-free gasoline already had a version in the 70s
But the story of the new gasoline did not start yesterday. The technology behind it has been developed over many years. A first commercial version of renewable gasoline was launched in 1978, but production was largely halted due to oil prices that had remained low for many years.
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Nowadays, the new sustainable gasoline is being seen as a viable and attractive alternative to petroleum-derived gasoline. And with greenhouse gas emissions being such a pressing issue, it's not hard to see why.
New sustainable gasoline brings with it several advantages over fossil fuels. The large reduction in the emission of toxic gases is one of the main benefits, which makes the new gasoline much friendlier to the environment and human health. In addition, the energy efficiency of the new gasoline is greater, which means that the engines that use it can travel a greater distance with the same amount of fuel.
Another important benefit is the possibility of partially or totally replacing the use of oil. This can represent a big change for savings that depend heavily on oil, as is the case in Brazil. The new gasoline can also contribute to the development of domestic production and reduce dependence on other countries.
The new gasoline and its disadvantages
Despite the economic and environmental advantages of this new form of fuel, there are still challenges to be faced, especially with regard to production costs. In an interview, engineer Everton Lopes highlighted the difficulties faced in this process.
The main obstacle is related to obtaining hydrogen, an essential component in the production of e-fuel. Currently, extracting hydrogen from the atmosphere is a costly process, and one of the hopes to reduce costs is in the use of electrolysis, which consists of separating hydrogen from water through the use of large amounts of electricity, instead of extracting hydrogen directly from the air.
However, it is important to highlight that the electricity used in this process must come from clean and renewable sources, thus ensuring the sustainability of e-fuel production. Everton Lopes emphasizes the importance of using forms of energy that do not cause negative impacts on the environment, in line with the objectives of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preserving the environment.
Fossil fuel vs renewable fuel
Another challenge mentioned by the engineer is the predominance and ease of obtaining oil as a raw material for the production of fuels. Petroleum is still widely used and has an established extraction and refining process, which makes adherence to e-fuel more complex. In addition, the cost of oil production is currently lower compared to e-fuel, which represents an additional challenge for the large-scale adoption of this new alternative.
Despite the difficulties faced, the search for more sustainable solutions in the fuel sector is essential for reducing polluting gas emissions and mitigating environmental impacts. The development of technologies such as e-fuel represents a step forward in this direction, and it is necessary to overcome the cost and feasibility challenges to ensure a more sustainable future that is less dependent on fossil fuels.
