The round was led by Zero Carbon Capital with participation from existing investors Old College Capital and Scottish Enterprise.
Exergy3, which spun out from the University of Edinburgh last year, offers modular thermal energy storage systems that convert green electricity into heat, which is then stored at ultra-high temperatures of up to 1300°C.
With around half of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide coming from high temperature processes, used in many industries from food and drink to district heating networks and combined heat and power plants, being able to store energy at high temperatures in an efficient, cost-effective way could be a game-changer in the journey to net zero emissions.
Dr Markus Rondé, CEO of Exergy3, said, “We are excited to have the support of such esteemed impact investors as Zero Carbon Capital, Old College Capital, and Scottish Enterprise. This funding will enable us to accelerate the commercialization of our technology, expand our market research, and continue to drive innovation in the clean heat sector.
“Our mission is to provide a practical and affordable pathway towards decarbonizing heat, and this investment is a significant step forward in achieving that goal.”
The funds raised will be used to scale up the company: advancing market research, expanding the team and strengthening its partnerships across the energy sector.
Andrea Young, Head of Investment at Old College Capital (OCC), the University of Edinburgh’s in-house venture investment fund, said, "OCC is proud to follow-on our existing investment in Exergy3, a company based on over 10 years of R&D from the University of Edinburgh and with the potential to offer significant decarbonization benefits. We are excited to continue to support the company as it accelerates towards commercialization."
