This week FDL speaks with Andy Joynson, the business development director at Caldera (https://www.caldera.co.uk/), about the critical role of industrial heat in climate change and how Caldera's innovative thermal storage technology is addressing this challenge.

They discuss the materials used in their heat cells, the temperature ranges and applications of their technology, and the target industries. The conversation also covers the economic viability of electrifying heat, the importance of demand response in energy markets, and the transition towards heat as a service.

Andy shares insights on the performance of their industrial demonstrator and the strategic investment from GEA Group, highlighting the future opportunities for Caldera's technology in the decarbonization of industrial heat.

Takeaways

• Industrial heat accounts for 38% of energy-related CO2 emissions.
• Caldera's technology captures stranded green electrons for zero carbon heat.

• Volcanic rock and recycled aluminum are key materials for thermal storage.

• Electrifying heat presents economic challenges that Caldera aims to address.
• Demand response and capacity markets offer new opportunities for energy savings.
• The technology minimizes operational and maintenance costs due to fewer moving parts.

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