Carbo Energy Storage C-Corp

The Problem

The global shift towards renewable energy sources like solar and wind is essential for combating climate change. However, this transition faces significant challenges:

• The intermittent nature of renewable energy sources creates instability in energy supply.
• There is a critical lack of efficient and scalable energy storage solutions to balance supply and demand.
• Existing battery technologies, particularly those relying on rare earth minerals, pose environmental and supply chain risks.

Additionally, the electrification of all sectors will exponentially increase electricity demand, further intensifying the need for robust energy storage systems. Current lithium batteries, while prevalent, have notable drawbacks:

• Risk of explosions due to thermal instability.
• High degradation rates, leading to reduced lifespan and increased maintenance costs.

Our Solution

Carbo Energy Storage provides a unified energy storage solution by integrating advanced redox flow battery technology with supercapacitor capabilities. Our innovative approach utilizes waste chemicals and captured CO₂ to construct highly efficient and sustainable batteries.

Key Components:

• Redox Flow Batteries: We have designed redox flow batteries that incorporate organic compounds such as viologens, which are derived from naturally occurring elements like carbon and oxygen. This design leverages waste chemicals and CO₂, transforming them into effective electrolytes for energy storage.
• Supercapacitor Integration: Soon, we will be testing graphene electrodes and supercapacitors that utilize graphene and CO₂, enhancing energy density and charge/discharge rates. This will further improve the performance and sustainability of our energy storage systems.

Key Benefits:

• Sustainability: Reduces reliance on rare earth minerals and mitigates the environmental impact of industrial waste by repurposing brine and CO₂.
• Safety: Engineered with rigorous safety standards to minimize operational risks and ensure reliable performance.
• Durability: Designed for longevity, our system offers an operational lifespan exceeding 20 years, making it ideal for large-scale applications.

Our Technology

Redox Flow Batteries Utilizing Desalination Salts

Our redox flow batteries repurpose waste brine from desalination processes into electrolytes, providing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for energy storage. This approach reduces harmful brine discharge into oceans and mitigates reliance on scarce minerals.

Supercapacitor Batteries with CO₂-Derived Graphene

By utilizing captured CO₂ emissions, we produce graphene for high-performance supercapacitors. This not only transforms greenhouse gas into a valuable material but also enhances energy density and charge/discharge rates, aligning with global carbon reduction initiatives.

Key Features

• Sustainability: Leveraging waste materials for energy storage solutions.
• Safety: Adhering to stringent safety protocols.
• Durability: Long operational lifespan for large-scale applications.

About Carbo Energy Storage

Company Overview

Founded in 2024, Carbo Energy Storage is a Delaware-based pre-seed company aiming to become a global leader in sustainable, large-scale energy storage solutions. Our technical team has dedicated over three years to developing groundbreaking technology that transforms industrial waste into efficient, sustainable energy storage systems.

Mission and Vision

Mission: Provide reliable, cost-effective energy storage solutions that drive a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Vision: Leverage innovative redox flow technology and repurposed waste materials to create accessible, efficient energy storage systems worldwide.

Milestones Achieved

• Chemical Formulations: Successfully tested four formulations to repurpose waste chemicals into electrolytes for redox flow batteries.
• Patent Progress: Filed patents for electrolyte transformation and innovative energy storage architectures for grid integration.
• Market Traction: Secured letters of intent with companies in Argentina and Colombia; two pilot projects in advanced technical discussions.

Team Leadership

• David Alejandro Trejo Pizzo (Founder & CEO): Electrical engineering and nanoelectronics expert with previous experience building and exiting Nydro Energy LLC. Named MIT Innovator Under 35 in Latin America in 2020.
• Floran Sarrano (COO): Finance professional with extensive experience at AXA in France and the MENA region.

Impact

• Environmental Benefits: Waste reduction, emission reduction, and renewable enablement.
• Societal Impact: Energy accessibility and economic growth through job creation and technological advancement.