Barocal

Professor Xavier Moya named 2025 APS Fellow We are delighted to share that our Founder has been named a 2025 American Physical Society (APS) Fellow “For pioneering work on the development of caloric materials and prototypes, which are environmentally friendly solid-state cooling technologies”.

💡 Efficient Data Centre Cooling is Essential for AI Growth • Cooling systems already account for 7 % of electricity use in efficient hyperscale data centres and over 30 % in less efficient enterprise ones • In 2024, global data centres consumed ~ 415 TWh of electricity, which is about 1.5% of total global electricity use • Over the last five years, that demand has grown ~12% per annum • In the IEA Base Case, data centre electricity demand is projected to reach ~ 945 TWh by 2030, representing just under 3% of global electricity consumption AI is no longer just a computational or digital trend. It is now a structural power system challenge. The surge in electricity demand and the growing share eaten by cooling systems create a pressure that efficiency and smarter cooling must help absorb. 🔗 Watch the IEA’s video to see the scale of the challenge and why efficiency needs to move to the top of the agenda. #AI #EnergyDemand #DataCentres #Barocal #EnergyEfficiency #IEA

Say hello to our new R&D Engineer, Kevin! 🔧 👋 Kevin studied Mechanical Engineering at the The University of Edinburgh and gained experience with several early-stage startups during that time. Most recently, he was an Innovation Engineer at ghd working across product development and innovation. Now at Barocal, Kevin joins our R&D team to help advance our solid-state cooling and heating technology. When he’s not in the lab, you’ll likely catch him riding or mending bikes, or at the gym. A warm welcome to you, Kevin. We’re glad to have you on board!

🏭 Barocal named as one of HackSummit’s “42 rising stars in reindustrialisation” Barocal has been included in HackSummit's latest feature, which highlights startups contributing to reinventing industries. A big thank you to Matthew Blain at Voyager Ventures for putting our name forward. If you’d like to learn more and read the full list, the link is in the comments 👇 #Barocal #HackSummit #ClimateTech #Reindustrialisation #DeepTech

Say hello to our new R&D Engineer, Blane Scott! 🔧 👋 Blane studied Engineering Science and compled his PhD in Experimental Fluid Dynamics at the University of Oxford. He then gained industry experience as a Product Engineer at an energy storage startup and later worked as a consultant in the Energy Technologies team at TTP, where he contributed to a wide range of technology development projects. Now at Barocal, Blane strengthens our team as an R&D Engineer. When he’s not working on the future of cooling and heating, you might find him playing football for his local village club, training for triathlons, or out walking his dog. A warm welcome to you, Blane. We’re glad to have you on board!

Thank you very much, The Times, for taking the time to sit down with our founder, Xavier Moya! 👇 Check out the article to learn more about how PA Consulting supports academics to translate their research into real-world applications. #Barocal #TheTimes #Cooling #EnergyEfficiency #PAConsulting

Say hello to our new R&D Engineer, Zak Karimjee! 🔧 👋 Zak began his career as a consultant at TTP and then moved into biotech, where he worked as a test engineer at Ori Biotech. He holds a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace and Aerothermal specialisation from the University of Cambridge, where he explored the intersection of cutting-edge technology and real-world applications. Now at Barocal, Zak strengthens our team as an R&D Engineer and is excited to work at a startup focused on energy efficiency and sustainability. When he’s not in the lab or debugging a test rig, you might find him out cycling, leading a scout troop, or deep in his latest DIY project. A warm welcome to you, Zak. We are glad to have you on board!

⚡ Barocal named as one of Sifted’s energy startups to watch Barocal has been included in Sifted's latest feature, “17 energy startups to watch, according to investors.” The article highlights early-stage companies addressing Europe’s energy crisis across generation, storage and efficiency. Thank you, Lena Thiede, for putting our name forward. As demand for cooling rises globally, it is driving up electricity use and placing a growing strain on grids. We are developing high-efficiency cooling and heating systems designed to reduce energy consumption and ease pressure on the grid at scale. If you want to learn more, the link is in the comments 👇 #Barocal #Sifted #Cooling #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateTech

📰 Barocal featured by FRANCE 24 Barocal’s work on solid-state cooling technology has been featured by France 24, following coverage by a group of French journalists who recently visited us. The coverage focuses on Barocal’s technology and its potential to transform cooling efficiency. France 24 highlights that our systems provide an alternative to conventional vapour-compression units, delivering more than twice the energy efficiency and using solid refrigerants that do not leak, unlike the gases used in current systems. This innovation not only eliminates the need for harmful refrigerant gases but also helps to reduce pressure on electricity grids during periods of peak demand. With approximately two billion air-conditioning units already in use worldwide and numbers rising rapidly, emissions linked to leaks and energy consumption are increasing each year. Developing more efficient and climate-friendly cooling technologies is becoming essential to meet growing demand. 📌 You can find the link to the article in the comments. #Barocal #Cooling #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateTech

⚡ How can the grid handle the global rush for cooling? Every second, five air conditioners are sold around the world. As heatwaves intensify and incomes rise, air conditioning is no longer a luxury. It is becoming essential for health, comfort, and productivity. But surging demand brings a new challenge: mounting pressure on electricity systems. The International Energy Agency (IEA)’s latest analysis makes one thing clear. We need a more efficient way to stay cool. 📍 Key facts from the IEA: • 3.5 billion people live in hot regions, but only 15% own an AC • Over 80% of future electricity demand for cooling will come from emerging and developing economies • In Southeast Asia, AC stock is projected to grow 9× between 2020 and 2040 • Cooling is the fastest-growing source of energy demand in buildings, rising nearly 4% per year • In India, every 1°C rise in 2024 led to a 7 GW increase in peak electricity demand. Without action, this could rise to 12 GW per degree by 2030 • During heatwaves, France (low AC ownership) experiences 25% higher peak loads, while in New York (high AC ownership) peak loads are 90% higher • If all ACs sold in India between now and 2030 were highly efficient, the increase in peak load during heatwaves could be 20% lower • Today’s average AC is only half as efficient as best-in-class models, despite similar prices At Barocal, we believe the answer is more efficient cooling. Our technology is based on a new class of solid-state materials that offer more than double the energy efficiency of conventional vapour-compression systems, resulting in significantly reduced electricity use. With demand for cooling accelerating, now is the time to adopt more efficient cooling technologies that ease the pressure on the grid. Thank you very much, Brian Motherway, for sharing all these insights!