Thermal Smart

Thermal Smart, founded in 2022 and based in Los Angeles, California, manufactures aerogel-based thermal insulation materials. The company provides sustainable aerogel solutions designed to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges for businesses by focusing on energy efficiency and carbon reduction. Their products regulate heat flow in applications such as buildings and cold chain logistics, helping clients to improve operational performance, reduce costs, and lower CO2 emissions.

Thermal Smart's offerings are built upon the unique properties of aerogel, an extremely light and porous material with very low thermal conductivity. The company's primary product, the AeroShield Crate, is designed to enhance the safety of transporting batteries by containing and preventing the spread of thermal runaway incidents. This makes it particularly valuable for first responders, who can more effectively manage battery fires. Thermal Smart works collaboratively with clients to develop tailored solutions for their specific operational needs. The company is supported by a research, design, and production team in China, which was established in 2017 and holds numerous patents in the aerogel field, enabling the production of high-quality, scalable products.

The company has received support from investors including L Marks, Sodexo US, and the UCLA Anderson Venture Accelerator, and participated in an accelerator/incubator program in June 2023.

Keywords: aerogel insulation, thermal management, energy efficiency, carbon reduction, cold chain logistics, battery safety, thermal runaway prevention, sustainable materials, ESG solutions, advanced insulation, building insulation, transportation safety, fire protection, porous materials, lightweight materials, material science, industrial insulation, operational cost reduction, CO2 emissions reduction, specialty materials