Energy-efficient Graphene-based Membrane Cooling Systems

Lead Proponent

Evercloak Inc.

Project Objectives

The objective of this project is to further develop and scale-up Evercloak’s novel graphene-based membrane technology, including optimizing the energy efficiency of its dehumidification and cooling applications for buildings and defining the business case for this technology.

Expected Results

This project aims to develop a prototype membrane-based dehumidification system that can cost-effectively cool air using a fraction of the energy of a conventional system. At scale, this technology could have several benefits:

1. Significantly decrease the energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with building cooling and dehumidification, resulting in environmental benefits and energy savings for Canadians.
2. Enhance the availability of air conditioning, aiming to mitigate heat-related illnesses and associated health hazards.
3. Advance the worldwide air conditioning market, fostering Canadian intellectual property (IP), promoting innovation in the economy, and stimulating job growth.