This startup offers an energy-efficient heating product designed for easy installation within buildings. Proven in European homes, the system aims to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption for end-users.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional heating systems often rely on fossil fuels, contributing significantly to carbon emissions and hindering efforts to meet sustainability targets. These systems can also be inefficient, leading to higher energy consumption and increased costs for end-users.
Solution
Energy Carbon provides energy-efficient, low-voltage, far-infrared surface heating systems designed to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption in residential and commercial buildings. These systems utilize a carbon fleece material that is integrated into ceilings, walls, or floors, providing radiant heat that warms objects and occupants directly rather than heating the air. This approach results in faster reaction times, even heat distribution, and improved energy efficiency compared to traditional convection-based heating methods. The systems are compatible with renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional heating solutions. Energy Carbon heating systems are designed for easy installation and can be integrated with smart home technology for zone-controlled, remote operation.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes house builders, architects, commercial developers, homeowners, and retrofitters seeking energy-efficient and sustainable heating solutions to meet carbon emission reduction targets and improve energy performance.
Features
- Ultra-thin (0.4mm) carbon fleece heating element that integrates seamlessly into building fabric
- Far-infrared radiant heat for efficient and comfortable heating
- Low-voltage (36V) operation for safety
- Compatibility with renewable energy sources
- Zone-controllable via smart devices or wall-mounted thermostats
- Suitable for new builds and retrofit projects
- Available in various power outputs (60W/m2 to 220W/m2) to suit different insulation levels
- Drytec system for fast installation in drylining projects
- Moisture Protect system for window reveals to prevent moisture buildup
- PET Film option for under-carpet and laminate flooring
- SmartFlex tiles for suspended ceilings in commercial spaces
- AirUnit decentralized mechanical ventilation and heat recovery (MVHR) options
- 50+ year design life