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Vicinity Energy Launches eSteamTM, the First Carbon-Free Thermal Energy Solution in the U.S.
Slice of Energy Team
November 22, 2024
Key Highlights:
Launch of eSteam™, the first carbon-free thermal energy solution in the United States.
Operational 42MW electric boiler in Cambridge, MA, powers eSteam™ using renewable electricity.
Boston and Cambridge customers, including Emerson College and IQHQ, adopt eSteam™ to reduce carbon emissions.
Enables compliance with carbon performance standards and accelerates urban sustainability efforts.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“The strong interest we've received from customers underscores the growing and urgent need for carbon-free thermal energy.”
“Starting this semester, eSteam™ will begin heating campus buildings… contributing significantly towards our goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.”
“This project is a terrific example of leadership and vision… showing it can be done with existing technology in a competitive environment.”
Our Take:
Vicinity Energy’s eSteam™ launch signals a groundbreaking advancement in urban decarbonization. By integrating renewable electricity with an existing district energy system, Vicinity not only addresses the challenges of decarbonizing the commercial heating and power sector but also sets a benchmark for other cities. The adoption by leading institutions such as Emerson College highlights the immediate viability of this innovation for achieving net-zero goals. This initiative is a powerful example of aligning technological innovation with sustainability to combat climate change effectively.