Transforming Industrial Heat

I-UPS aims to demonstrate a cost-effective and highly efficient way to generate, store and supply heat to industry, replacing CO2-generating heat sources with a high-temperature heat pump and thermal energy storage.

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Tackling Industrial CO2 Emissions

A quarter of global energy demand is industrial heat with nearly 90% of this being produced by non-renewables, generating 40% of global CO2 emissions.

I-UPS aims to build and demonstrate a first-of-a-kind high-temperature heat pump, coupled with energy storage and steam generation. The project is targeting industrial heat up to 400°C. I-UPS enhances system flexibility and sustainability. This initiative positions Europe as a leader in industrial heat pump solutions, promoting energy efficiency, waste heat recovery, and reduced carbon emissions in the industrial sector.

Reliable 400°C Heat Delivery

I-UPS shall demonstrate the coupling of a high-temperature heat pump with thermal energy storage to provide a constant 400°C heat supply to industry.

Sustainable Heat Solutions

Utilising renewable energy and inert working fluids, the I-UPS system is able to provide up to 400C industrial heat, generated solely from renewable energy twenty-four hours a day.

On-demand Industrial Heat

Designed for seamless integration with existing industry, the I-UPS concept would provide on-demand industrial heat whilst improving flexibility and responsiveness.

Long-term Cost Efficiency

By optimising components with advanced manufacturing techniques, I-UPS eansures a cost-effective solution, reducing both initial investment and operational costs for industries.

 

The I-UPS project illustrated

Here you can see the overall I-UPS system schematic. 
 
 

Figure 1 Overall I-UPS system schematic v2

 

 

Latest news from I-UPS

Information about news and events for I-UPS

Project Partners

Partners from KTH and UNIGE presented at this years’ ASME Turbo Expo, discussing elements of the I-UPS project with both academics and technology developers.

 

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Silvia Trevisian

Researcher, KTH

Focused on developing cost-effective Thermal Energy Storage (TES) solutions to enhance renewable energy integration, Sylvia’s research spans component development, prototyping, and system performance assessments. Her work on high-temperature TES systems aims to decarbonize energy-intensive industries and promote electrification through innovations like heat pumps and electric heaters. Sylvia's efforts contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals and supporting more sustainable industries and communities.

Get in touch via e-mail trevisan@kth.se 

 

James Brown

Head of Development, KYOTO Group AS

 An Engineer with 17 years of experience, has been with Kyoto Group since early 2022. Specializing in electric heaters for thermal energy storage, he has spent 15 years in R&D, holds a growing patent portfolio. Passionate about reducing carbon emissions, James works closely with industry leaders and teams to integrate cutting-edge technologies that support Kyoto Group’s mission to provide clean energy storage solutions. He is pursuing a PhD focused on optimizing electric heaters for thermal energy storage.

Get in touch via e-mail  james.brown@kyotogroup.no

 

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