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AtmosZero Details Heat-Pump Boiler to Electrify Industrial Steam

The MIT-affiliated startup reports a 1‑MW unit that uses roughly half the electricity of resistive boilers.

Overview

  • AtmosZero’s modular system is designed as a drop‑in replacement for combustion boilers, delivering steam up to 150°C.
  • The company attributes its efficiency claims to ultra‑efficient compressor technology, stating about 50% lower electricity use than resistive electric boilers.
  • A 650‑kW pilot is operating at a customer site near Loveland, Colorado as the team demonstrates year‑round reliability.
  • The heat‑pump cycle draws heat from ambient air rather than factory waste heat, enabling rapid installation with zero downtime and flexible ramping to match processes.
  • Initial deliveries are targeted within one to two years with plans to scale to hundreds annually, focusing on facilities under 10 MW thermal, and the reported performance and cost figures await broader independent validation.