The startup manufactures micro wind turbines utilizing shroud technology for easy installation on telecommunications towers and offshore platforms. These turbines provide reliable, low-cost electricity on-site, reducing dependence on diesel fuel and minimizing logistical challenges associated with transport and refueling.
Funding
$860K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many remote sites and distributed energy applications, such as telecommunications towers and offshore platforms, rely on diesel generators for power, leading to high operational expenses and logistical challenges related to fuel transport and refueling. Traditional small-scale wind turbines often lack the efficiency and scalability required to be a viable alternative in these settings.
Solution
Halo Energy manufactures shrouded micro wind turbines designed for on-site electrical generation in distributed locations. Their proprietary shroud technology enhances airflow and turbine efficiency, resulting in higher power output compared to conventional open-bladed turbines of similar size. The compact design allows for direct mounting on existing infrastructure, such as telecommunications towers, minimizing installation costs and land-leasing requirements. By reducing or eliminating the need for diesel generators, Halo Energy's turbines lower operational costs and minimize logistical burdens associated with fuel delivery. The turbines are designed for seamless integration with solar energy and battery storage solutions, offering a comprehensive renewable energy solution.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes telecommunications companies, offshore oil & gas platforms, commercial and industrial facilities, remote communities, and mobile power facilities that rely on diesel generators for primary or backup power.
Features
- Patented dual cambered shroud design that accelerates airflow, increasing power output
- 6kW rated capacity, delivering twice the energy of conventional turbines of the same size
- Compact 12-foot diameter, similar in size to microwave antennae
- Minimal site and installation costs, mounting directly to existing communication towers without the need for cranes or additional foundations
- Low operational costs, resulting in a low levelized cost of electricity and payback periods of less than 1 year in good wind regimes
- Designed for low-cost manufacturing using readily available materials like fiberglass and galvanized steel
- Fixed blade pitch and passive alignment into the prevailing wind, reducing complexity and maintenance
- Seamless integration with solar energy and battery storage solutions for hybrid energy systems