NanoFreeze is pioneering sustainable refrigeration through innovative bionanotechnology.
Co-founded by Isabel, NanoFreeze's technology utilises proteins to initiate ice formation at higher temperatures, enabling water to freeze at around 2°C. This process creates a more resilient ice that maintains cold temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for longer than conventional freezing methods.
NanoFreeze products include modular panels (Natural Freezers), Cold Coats, Coolers, and Ice Packs to enhance cold chain logistics and achieve energy efficiency. These solutions can transport perishable goods and medical supplies to remote areas where consistent refrigeration is a challenge. NanoFreeze's technology extends the life of products and reduces energy consumption by up to 50%, lowering operational costs and environmental impact.
Isabel attended the One Young World Summit Belfast, 2023, as a Delegate Speaker on the Climate Emergency. This hugely improved her visibility with companies seeking sustainable ways to improve their cold chain of products sensitive to temperature such as vaccines, blood samples, medications, and perishable food.
The impact of NanoFreeze is substantial. Colombian farmers using Cold Coats and containers have reduced their food waste by 30%, so far this equates to $664,000. NanoFreeze Panels (Natural Freezers) are also reducing energy consumption. For example, in four months 87 fridges lined with NanoFreeze panels reduced kilowatt usage by 25,000kWh, avoiding 5.03 tCO2 emissions. The technology's biodegradable and recyclable components also minimise plastic waste. One health company reports saving 958 kg polystyrene since switching to use NanoFreeze cold containers. Additionally, NanoFreeze is improving access to healthcare. In March 2023, 600 Coolers were sold to transport biological samples. In 21 months, these preserved the cold chain of 10,080,000 samples from person to lab.
NanoFreeze’s impact is poised to grow exponentially as it further reduces food waste, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and enhances access to medical care through sustainable cold chain solutions.
