Unlocking the Future of Thermal Energy Storage: Bob Long on Profit Meets Purpose
We are pleased to share that Bob Long, Executive Chairman of O-Hx, recently joined the Profit Meets Purpose podcast to discuss the company’s pioneering work in thermal energy storage.
➡️ Listen to the full episode here: Ep24 – Bob Long, O-Hx
Innovation Driven by Experience
With over five decades of expertise in applied thermodynamics, Bob brings unique insight into the challenges and opportunities facing energy storage. He outlines how O-Hx developed its Energy Vault, a high-density thermal battery designed to deliver reliable, efficient cooling across critical sectors.
From Concept to Commercial Reality
The podcast highlights the journey from a client request in 2017 through four years of intensive research and development. The result is a system that combines advanced thermal engineering with AI-enabled energy management, helping customers reduce costs while improving sustainability.
Addressing a Global Market
Bob also reflects on the broader context: a worldwide chilled-water market projected to exceed $600 billion. With proven applications in healthcare, agriculture, data centres, and manufacturing, O-Hx is preparing for global deployment within the next four years.
Why This Matters
The episode provides valuable perspective on:
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The role of thermal energy storage in reducing energy consumption.
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How AI integration supports smarter energy decisions.
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The commercial potential of scalable cooling solutions.
We encourage you to listen to the conversation and learn more about how O-Hx is shaping the future of sustainable energy storage.
