HyperBorean

About HyperBorean

HyperBorean is an energy technology firm addressing the escalating global demand for air conditioning by developing a system that generates cooling from heat. Founded in 2013 by Todd Gentry, the company is headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, and operates out of Wichita State University. Following its establishment, the company dedicated over four years to intensive research and development to create its core technology: an air conditioning compressor that converts waste or solar heat into a power source for cooling.

The company's business model centers on the manufacturing and sale of its proprietary cooling hardware. It primarily targets clients with mission-critical cooling needs for equipment shelters, particularly in off-grid or grid-unstable locations. HyperBorean's system is designed to provide supplemental daytime cooling, utilizing concentrated solar power (CSP) as a primary heat source. This approach allows structures to be cooled without depending on grid electricity, which is a significant operational expenditure and point of failure for many enterprises. By harnessing an abundant energy source, the technology reduces electricity consumption, enhances resilience during power outages, and can extend the operational life of existing legacy cooling equipment by decreasing its daily runtime.

HyperBorean has secured funding through multiple rounds to finance its growth and commercialization efforts. A notable pre-seed angel round in December 2019 raised $2.1 million from investors such as Landmark Angels and Precocity Capital. Further venture capital funding was secured, with PitchBook reporting a total of $4.58 million raised over time. The company has also participated in several accelerator programs, including the e2e Accelerator and the Valley Ventures accelerator at Fresno State, to refine its technology and business strategy. The product, designed and built in Kansas, was assembled at the GoCreate Facility at Wichita State University.