HP2MIX: Advancing industrial decarbonization with innovative heat pump technology
The HP2MIX project is spearheading a new vision for decarbonizing industrial processes and district heating systems. This ambitious initiative brings together leading industrial and research partners – Danish Technological Institute, Solid Energy, Frascold, Kelvion, Innargi, and the Technical University of Denmark – to develop and showcase groundbreaking heat pump solutions.
Core innovation
At the heart of HP2MIX is the development of advanced heat pumps utilizing natural zeotropic mixtures as working fluids. This technology is expected to boost energy efficiency by up to 30% compared to conventional heat pumps, driven by the unique thermodynamic properties of zeotropic refrigerant blends. Such gains not only cut operational costs and reduce emissions, but also maintain a simple, scalable system design that keeps investment cost-effective. HP2MIX specifically targets a 10% reduction in the levelized cost of heat compared to existing technologies.
Industrial impact
The HP2MIX solution is particularly valuable for industrial processes that involve large temperature differences in both heating and heat source streams – scenarios common in sectors like food processing, chemical manufacturing, and water-to-water district heating. By addressing the specific needs of these industries, the project aims to deliver efficient, practical, and readily deployable solutions.
Real-world demonstration
The HP2MIX project culminates in the construction and demonstration of a full-scale 500 kW heat pump at one of Innargi’s geothermal district heating sites in Denmark. Here, the system will be integrated with existing geothermal infrastructure alongside other operational heat pumps. This real-world demonstration is critical to reveal performance, reliability, and integration challenges, providing invaluable knowledge for future large-scale adoption.
Driving transformation in heating technology
By realizing up to 30% higher efficiency and cutting emissions, HP2MIX is paving the way for significant reductions in the dependence on fossil fuels for industrial and district heating applications. The collaborative project not only delivers tangible efficiency improvements but also generates practical experience and knowledge that will support future innovations across the heating technology sector.
HP2MIX’s ambition is clear: to accelerate the transition from theory to practical, scalable solutions – demonstrating how innovative heat pump technologies can deliver greener, more economic, and more sustainable energy for industry and society.