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The proposed research project is aimed at developing an affordable energy-efficient solid-state cooler that is based on caloric materials. Switching to such affordable efficient cooling
The proposed research project is aimed at developing an affordable energy-efficient solid-state cooler that is based on caloric materials. Switching to such affordable efficient cooling
Ubuntu Power is a socially driven business focused on providing affordable solar power and unrestricted Internet to off-grid communities in Sub-Saharan Africa, starting with Kenya.
Despite being a middle-income country, India contends with unreliable local electricity grids causing extended outages. The solution focuses on innovative business and financing models for
The TiMUKA (Tide Mills UK & Africa) project seeks to revitalize the UK’s historical tide mills, originally numbering over 200. These mills, employing water mills
Swanbarton, a UK SME, is set to lead a consortium consisting of the University of Bath, the University of Botswana Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC),
Rice, the world’s primary food crop, generates a substantial waste product in the form of stems and leaves (straw), with around 300 million tonnes burned
Alkali thin film Photovoltaic (PV) technology, patented by Solaris Photonics as APVs, presents a breakthrough in overcoming limitations like heat generation and high production costs
EVERESST DC champions the DC Micro-Grid Platform (DCMGP), a distinctive product and business solution tailored for organizations aiming to deliver modern energy services to energy-deprived
This early-stage feasibility project aims to explore and assess the application of IoT-inspired machine learning technologies for automatic diagnostics, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of
Big Solar Limited (BSL) addresses the energy gap for over 1.2 billion people lacking electricity, especially in off-grid rural areas like India, SE Asia, and
Power Migration Partners Ltd (PMP), a British tech startup, introduces the graphite-sulphur Single-Liquid (SLIQ) flow battery—a cost-effective, durable, and scalable energy solution. Collaborating with the
Phycofeeds pioneers sustainable, carbon-neutral biofuel and base inputs for food commodities using sunlight, waste, and algae. The innovative technology transforms aquatic waste and biomass into
Societal food waste, estimated at 2 billion tonnes annually, poses a significant challenge, with the prospect of increased issues due to population growth and a
Innovative floating foundations enable offshore wind turbines in deeper waters, expanding wind farm possibilities around the Atlantic Margins. Cost-effective solutions are vital for competitiveness and
This project aims to prove the technical feasibility of a potentially disruptive technology that can reduce the Levelised Cost of Energy (LCOE) for the widely-available
Natural Synergies, with partners including the University of Strathclyde, Practical Action, and Blue Vine Consultants, is leading a project on faecal sludge dewatering and treatment
The project aimed to develop an innovative containerized solar thermal system to supply steam for industrial and commercial users in India, addressing the lack of
Traditionally, the storage and transportation of natural gas involve either 1) high compression at 250 bar (CNG) or 2) liquefaction at -162 °C (LNG), both
India plans a significant boost in solar energy investment, aiming for a twentyfold increase in the next five years. The SCORRES project focuses on creating
The project aims to enhance the value chain in fish farming, a vital industry for many developing countries and the global food supply. New technology
The project explores the feasibility of solar electric cooking (eCook) in Africa, anticipating cost parity with biomass (charcoal) by 2020. Solar photovoltaic and lithium iron
Modern building cooling systems heavily rely on electricity, amplifying overall energy consumption. Growing middle class populations and persistent global warming anticipate a surge in air
This project tackles the significant energy consumption in ICT infrastructures, amounting to 1560TWh, constituting 8% of global demand. Annual data centre energy usage has risen
This project addresses the widespread deployment of smart meters globally, particularly in developing countries combatting electricity theft. With smart meter data accessible online, the initiative
This feasibility project aims to establish a cost-effective sodium-ion battery (NIB) option for Residential Energy Storage (RES) in conjunction with PV. The initiative involves transferring
DuckDuck and the Energy Research Institute at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand collaborate with I-ON (South Korea) to explore the synergies between Demand Response and distributed
The DryGro Energy Crops (DEC) project aims to develop a method for producing biofuels on currently arid lands. Utilizing the DryGro system, which reduces water
This project addresses the environmental impact of 9 million tonnes of End of Life (EoL) automotive waste in the EU, particularly from Electric Vehicles (EVs).
Bladon Jets targets decentralized clean energy in developing countries with small-scale micro turbine biogas generators. The project aims to design and validate a combustion system
This project develops algorithms for energy control using appliance signature data from case studies (carpark, plastic factory, village community). The algorithms address issues in monitored
42 Technology is exploring an innovative metering technology to separate demand from various electrical appliances at a single metering point. This could potentially help households
Zero Emissions H2 from Natural Gas REGION Kenya, Eastern Africa Technology Multiple-Renewable SECTOR Energy generation SCALE Household/Stand-alone STAGE Early ROUND Round 4
Smart Biogas Networks REGION Tanzania, Eastern Africa Technology Biomass, biofuels, & waste SECTOR Energy generation SCALE Household/Stand-alone STAGE Early ROUND Round 4
Low cost, graduated PAYG solar home systems for Africa REGION Tanzania, Eastern Africa Technology Solar SECTOR Energy generation SCALE Household/Stand-alone STAGE Early ROUND Round 4
Assessing the potential for smart, wireless electricity meters in off-grid Sub-Saharan Africa REGION Multi-country, Africa TECHNOLOGY Smart grid and meters SECTOR Energy networks and systems
MARLIN Modular Floating Platform for Offshore Wind: Concept Assessment REGION Bangladesh, Southern Asia Technology Wind SECTOR Energy generation SCALE On Grid STAGE Early ROUND Round
MG WEDGE Multi Gas World Engine for Distributed Generation of Electricity REGION Kenya, Eastern Africa Technology Gas/LPG SECTOR Energy generation SCALE Mini-Grid STAGE Mid ROUND