Humboldt Blue utilizes a Phase Change Material (PCM)-based system to store and release thermal energy, achieving up to 80% savings in electricity costs for building cooling. This technology addresses high energy consumption and costs during peak demand by efficiently regulating temperature fluctuations and reducing reliance on traditional HVAC systems.
Funding
$220.7K 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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Problem
Many buildings consume excessive electricity for cooling, especially during peak demand, leading to high energy costs and strain on the electrical grid. Traditional HVAC systems often lack the efficiency to regulate temperature fluctuations effectively, resulting in wasted energy and increased operational expenses.
Solution
Humboldt Blue offers a Phase Change Material (PCM)-based thermal energy storage system that significantly reduces electricity consumption for building cooling. The system stores and releases thermal energy, leveraging the latent heat properties of PCM to efficiently regulate temperature fluctuations. By absorbing excess thermal energy during off-peak periods and releasing it during peak hours, the system reduces reliance on traditional HVAC systems and lowers energy costs. A cloud-based decentralized control system further optimizes HVAC operations by dynamically adjusting parameters based on occupancy, weather, and energy grid prices.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes building owners, operators, and facility managers seeking to reduce energy consumption and costs associated with cooling, as well as HVAC manufacturers and distributors looking to integrate advanced thermal energy storage solutions.
Features
- PCM-based thermal energy storage for efficient cooling
- Patented hydraulic cooling charging system for rapid energy storage
- Cloud-based decentralized control system for real-time optimization
- Integration with existing HVAC systems
- Reduced refrigerant usage compared to traditional chillers
- Remote monitoring and management capabilities
- Real-time data analytics and machine learning for continuous optimization