Project Cool

Project Cool has developed an integrated battery pack system that replaces the diesel engine used to drive the cooling system on cold chain vehicles.  The battery pack is charged when the trailer/vehicle is at a warehouse or parked but can also be charged on the go by solar panels installed on the roof or by a KERS device connected to the trailer’s axle.

In addition, the battery pack can be integrated through the system controller into the local V2G network to assist in local grid load balance ensuring that system charging and local grids are optimised for best performance and costs.

Aside from the environmental benefits of a Project Cool system, significant cost savings are achieved for operators using them.  Project Cool battery packs have an average 22-hour runtime.  Based on EU average electricity and fuel prices (Oct.24) a 13m refrigerated trailer would cost no more than €10 for a full charge.  Meanwhile the 2L diesel engine will consume over €120 of fuel.  A major saving which enables an impressive ROI.