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STORING ENERGY FOR LONGER PERIODS IS VITAL AS WE ACCELERATE TOWARDS NET ZERO .

HTMS is expected to reduce HVAC energy consumption at Amazon ’ s

Doncaster fulfilment centre by up to 14 % CREDIT : Amazon

“ Storing energy for longer periods is vital as we accelerate towards net zero ,” said Michael Simpson , Chief Commercial Officer at Cheesecake Energy . “ We are excited to test our innovative technology with Amazon . This will help the company store excess solar energy and use it when needed . It ’ s great that Amazon shares our belief in the potential of the Cheesecake Energy technology to reduce the cost of energy storage as well as ensuring renewable energy is used efficiently .”

HT Materials Science will add a nanofluid solution to the heating and cooling systems at Amazon fulfilment centres in Coventry , Daventry and Doncaster . The aluminium-based technology , a winner of the Green Product Award , is expected to reduce energy consumption by up to 14 %.

A pilot is currently being scoped to use Phaidra ’ s AI tool with the heating and cooling system at one of Amazon ’ s UK fulfilment centres . This is expected to lower carbon emissions by up to 40 % and reduce energy costs by up to 25 %. When connected , Phaidra ’ s software will use algorithms to optimise energy usage in real-time based on factors such as the weather and the number of occupants in the building .

“ Through our world-leading AI tools , we are committed to reducing carbon emissions and energy use in heating and cooling systems ,” said Jim Gao , CEO of Phaidra . “ Our collaboration with Amazon in this pilot is a significant step towards achieving a more sustainable future in commercial , industrial and data centre facilities . We aim to provide a scalable and seamless solution that not only benefits the environment but also offers substantial savings and efficiency improvements .”

Throughout the pilots , Amazon ’ s subject matter experts will work closely with the start-ups , offering feedback , troubleshooting assistance and opportunities to refine their technologies to ensure they work smoothly in their respective placements . Upon completion , Amazon will assess the environmental impact , financial viability and overall effectiveness of the pilots to determine

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