Harvest Thermal develops a Smart Thermal Battery that integrates heating, hot water, and cooling systems using an air-to-water heat pump and thermal storage technology. This system reduces home energy consumption by up to 90% and lowers energy bills by 30%, addressing the high emissions and costs associated with traditional gas furnaces.
Funding
$10.9M 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
Traditional home heating and hot water systems rely heavily on fossil fuels, leading to high energy consumption, increased carbon emissions, and costly utility bills. Existing HVAC solutions often lack integration and smart controls, resulting in inefficient energy usage and limited access to renewable energy sources.
Solution
Harvest Thermal offers an integrated Smart Thermal Battery system that combines heating, hot water, and cooling using an air-to-water heat pump and thermal storage. The system leverages a highly efficient heat pump, often a SANCO2, to extract heat from the air and store it in a water tank. Smart controls optimize energy consumption by monitoring weather forecasts and user routines, drawing power from the grid when it is cheapest and cleanest. This approach reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowers energy bills, and maximizes the use of renewable energy sources.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes homeowners seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, lower energy costs, and improve home comfort, as well as those looking to take advantage of available rebates and incentives for energy-efficient upgrades.
Features
- Integrated system for heating, hot water, and air conditioning
- Air-to-water heat pump technology for efficient heat extraction and storage
- Smart controls that learn user routines and optimize energy usage based on grid conditions
- Thermal storage in a water tank for on-demand heat delivery
- Compatibility with existing HVAC systems, including radiant heat and smart thermostats
- Eligibility for significant rebates and incentives due to its integrated design and low global warming potential
- Integration with the SANCO2 heat pump, known for its high efficiency and environmentally friendly refrigerant (CO2)