Green Independence

Green Independence is a climate-tech startup founded in 2020 by Alessandro Monticelli and Marta Pisani. The company is focused on developing and commercializing its proprietary technology, the New Artificial Leaf (NAL), to decentralize the production of green energy and clean water. The NAL is a multifunctional solar panel that integrates an electrochemical cell and a water purification system. This technology is designed to harness solar energy more efficiently than conventional photovoltaic panels, using the dissipated heat to purify wastewater or desalinate seawater.

The company's business model targets multiple market segments, including renewable energy, water purification, and green hydrogen production. The NAL technology allows for the on-site generation of green hydrogen at a projected cost of €1/kg, making it competitive with fossil fuels. The system can operate off-grid, providing a solution for remote areas and reducing reliance on traditional energy infrastructure. The excess electricity generated by the solar panel can be used to produce green hydrogen through an integrated electrochemical module, which serves as a form of energy storage.

Green Independence aims to address global issues such as water scarcity, dependency on fossil fuels, and the intermittency of renewable energy sources. Its clients are expected to range from industries with high emissions like cement and steel production to the energy, gas, water, mobility, and residential sectors. The company has developed a working prototype and received funding from Scientifica Venture Capital.

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