Foregger Energy Solutions develops green energy products for the cold storage and trucking industries, aiming to reduce operational costs. Their solutions provide a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative for powering cold storage units.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Refrigerated trucks, essential for cold storage and transport, rely heavily on diesel-powered refrigeration units, leading to substantial fuel costs and significant carbon emissions. The high upfront costs and limited charging infrastructure for fully electric or hybrid systems present further barriers to adopting sustainable practices in the cold chain.
Solution
Foregger Energy Solutions addresses these challenges with TRUE (Transport Refrigeration Unit Electrified), a retrofit system that hybridizes existing diesel-powered refrigeration units on trucks. TRUE utilizes a regenerative braking system to capture energy during deceleration, storing it in a lithium-ion battery. This stored energy then powers the refrigeration unit, significantly reducing diesel consumption and associated emissions. The system integrates seamlessly during routine truck maintenance, minimizing downtime, and includes a modified refrigeration connection that prioritizes battery power with a diesel backup for uninterrupted operation. By offering a cost-effective alternative to full electrification, TRUE enables cold storage trucking businesses to enhance sustainability and reduce operational expenses.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes cold storage trucking companies and fleet operators seeking to reduce fuel costs, lower carbon emissions, and comply with environmental regulations.
Features
- Regenerative braking system installed on the trailer's rear axle to capture kinetic energy during braking
- Lithium-ion battery for storing recaptured energy, providing a reliable power source for the refrigeration unit
- Modified refrigeration connection that prioritizes battery power with a diesel backup
- Potential to reduce diesel consumption by up to 80% within the reefer unit
- Estimated break-even period of 6-18 months
- Reduces carbon emissions by 20-25%
- Seamless installation during annual truck maintenance
- Operates independently of external power sources