Ice bear energy storage

Which properties use the Ice Bear system?

Types of properties that already use the Ice Bear system include: And more! Residential Ice Bear 20: This unit, designed for medium to large residential properties, acts as an all-in-one AC and thermal energy storage device—replacing traditional residential condensing units.

How does Ice Bear work?

The Ice Bear is an ingeniously simple "thermal battery" which can freeze ice during lower cost, off-hour electricity rates to provide cooling to your AC unit when peak electricity rates and demand charges are highest. Thule Energy Storage carries the Ice Bear™ line of products to homes and businesses. Learn more about how they work here.

Can Ice Bear be installed on a commercial AC unit?

For commercial and industrial buildings, Ice Bear attaches to one or more 4-20 ton commercial AC units and can be installed on rooftops or on the ground. Thule Energy Storage sells the most advanced thermal energy storage products for innovative cooling.

How does Ice Bear 20 work?

Ice Bear 20 connects to a ductless mini-split system inside the home Ice Bear 20 connects to the ducting inside the home Ice Bear 20 combines Ice Energy’s patented thermal storage technology with integrated cooling to shift your electricity usage away from high Time of Use (TOU) rate periods.

Do Ice Bear batteries work?

Ice Energy's behind-the-meter Ice Bear batteries offer utilities a proven way to permanently eliminate up to 95% of peak cooling load. Since 2005, over 40 utilities have been using our award-winning Ice Bears to manage their customers’ AC load without impacting comfort. How do thermal batteries work?

Are Ice Bears & ice cubes environmentally friendly?

Ice Bears and Ice Cubs are environmentally friendly with none of the waste heat, thermal runaway, spill, or disposal issues associated with chemical batteries. The storage medium is tap water, with the tank filled once. Our systems are designed for utilities to last 20 years, with no expensive repowers.