In this episode of Conscious Design, host Ian Peterman welcomes Yaron Ben Nun, the visionary founder and CTO of Nostromo Energy. Discover how this groundbreaking company is revolutionizing commercial buildings with innovative water-based energy storage systems and sustainable energy solutions. Yaron shares his inspiring journey from film director to clean energy pioneer, driven by his passion for addressing energy challenges, especially in regions where commercial cooling can consume a staggering 60% of electricity.

Nostromo Energy’s sustainable solution leverages the latent heat of water, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Yaron reveals how this cutting-edge technology not only helps businesses save up to 15% on energy bills but also transforms commercial spaces like malls, airports, and hospitals into grid-interactive assets. This transformation plays a vital role in stabilizing power grids and promoting energy efficiency.

Notable Moments:

00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:39 - The Origin Story of Nostromo Energy

13:33 - Transforming Commercial Buildings into Grid Assets

18:26 - Why Water-Based Storage Outshines Lithium in Urban Energy Systems

28:20 - How Water-Based Energy Systems Cut Energy Bills

34:20 - Microgrids and Hybrid Energy Solutions

40:25 - Outstanding Energy Project of 2024: Nostromo’s Award-Winning Innovation

About Yaron Ben Nun and Nostromo Energy

Yaron Ben Nun is the CTO and Founder of Nostromo Energy. He is a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability and responsible natural resource management. Before establishing Nostromo, he held key managerial roles in software companies focused on clean-tech and industrial performance. He is trained as an electrician and has been recognized as an "Energy Conservation Master" by the Israeli Ministry of National Infrastructure, Energy, and Water Resources.

Learn More about Yaron Ben Nun and Nostromo Energy

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaron-ben-nun-b044662b/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Nostromo-Energy-100063673606168/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9mU-RH4sF9WnlQUQjQIJvw

Website: https://nostromo.energy/

We created this content so that creative entrepreneurs like you can integrate social and environmental responsibility into your brand’s DNA through #ConsciousDesign. Ian Peterman, the leading expert in Conscious Design, hosts the Conscious Design podcast and is the co-author of the book "Conscious Design."

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