BIOCLIM

BIOCLIM's vision is to integrate mixtures of CO2 with biomass-derived biosolvents (known by the acronym BBS, for bio-based solvents) as natural working fluids for wet compression-absorption (WCA) cycles.

The proposed research addresses a growing need in the field of sustainable air conditioning, given that there is currently no viable alternative to fluorinated gases that combines safety, energy efficiency, and low environmental impact.

The BIOCLIM project aligns with the main regional, national, and European challenges in the areas of sustainability, industrial innovation, and the energy transition. It contributes to climate neutrality by developing clean thermal technologies based on biomass-derived and circular resources, promoting eco-efficient solutions for key sectors such as the automotive and building industries, in line with the Castilla y León RIS3 2025–2027. In addition, it promotes sustainable and resilient climate control, which is essential for adapting to climate change, in line with the PNACC, the PNIEC, and the Long-Term Decarbonization Strategy.

Finally, it strengthens European technological autonomy by promoting innovation based on science, sustainable materials, and industrial transfer, in line with the objectives of Horizon Europe, the new European Research Area (ERA), the REPowerEU programs, and the Circular Economy Action Plan.