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IOMTEK

Energy-Free Cooling Film for Climate-Stressed Greenhouses

Specialization

Climate-Tech Materials
Greenhouse Cooling Film
Sustainable Agriculture

Keywords

AgriCool
Passive Cooling
Radiative Cooling Film

IOMTEK develops AgriCool, an energy-free cooling film for greenhouses exposed to heat stress and water shortage.
AgriCool releases excess heat while maximizing photosynthetic light, helping farmers maintain better growing conditions without additional energy or water consumption.
The film supports passive cooling, climate control, UV regulation, anti-condensation, and pest-resistant cultivation.
It is designed for hot-climate agriculture, especially greenhouse farming in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

(1) Owned Technology

Passive radiative cooling film technology for greenhouse applications.
Optical control technology that releases infrared heat while maintaining visible light transmission for photosynthesis.
Greenhouse microclimate control technology that reduces irrigation demand and crop heat stress.
Metal-free and VOC-free film structure, enabling eco-friendly use without corrosion or signal interference.

(2) Applied Products

AgriCool™ Greenhouse Cooling Film
- Energy-free cooling film for hot and water-stressed greenhouses.
- Helps reduce greenhouse temperature and stabilize crop growth.
- Demonstrated yield improvement and water-saving performance in field trials.
SkyCool Window Film
- Cooling film concept for sustainable buildings.
- Designed to reduce indoor temperature and cooling energy use.
AutoCool Automotive Film
- Cooling film concept for vehicles.
- Designed to reduce cabin temperature and air-conditioning energy use.

(1) Problem Definition / Development Background

Climate change is increasing greenhouse heat stress, crop losses, water demand, and energy costs.
Farmers often rely on air conditioning or evaporative cooling, which increases operating costs and water consumption.
Hot agricultural regions such as Spain, Italy, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia need low-cost, energy-free climate adaptation solutions.

(2) Value Proposition / Solution

AgriCool provides passive greenhouse cooling without electricity or additional water.
The film helps farmers save crops, save water, and reduce operating costs.
Field results show up to 7x yield increase, 30% less water consumption, and improved crop quality.
AgriCool enables climate-resilient greenhouse farming in hot and water-stressed regions.

Cooling Performance: IR blocking rate over 85% and thermal emissivity over 0.99.
Light Optimization: Maintains around 70% visible light transmission for photosynthesis.
Eco-Friendly: VOC-free, metal-free, and safer manufacturing process.
Crop Protection: Supports insect resistance and pesticide-free cultivation.
Field-Proven Results: Demonstrated performance in Malawi, Korea, Vietnam, and other pilot regions.
Scalable Business Model: Recurring greenhouse film replacement every 3–5 years creates predictable revenue.

Malawi field trial: 7x crop yield increase and 0% pest damage.
Korea trial: larger fruit size and higher sugar content.
Vietnam trial: healthier leaf mustard growth with 30% less water consumption.
Strategic partnership discussions with one major film corporation and three global chemical companies.
WFUNA Grand Prize winner in ClimateTech Competition.

(1) PoC Progress

Malawi: AgriCool demonstrated 7x yield improvement and year-round cultivation potential.
Vietnam: Leaf mustard cultivation showed denser and healthier growth compared with commercial film.
Korea: Crop quality and sweetness improvement verified in greenhouse trials.
Kenya & South Africa: Field mission and partnership discussions with local agriculture and greenhouse partners.

(2) Global Expansion

Target markets include Spain, Italy, UAE, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Vietnam, South Africa, the United States, and Mexico.
IOMTEK plans to scale through greenhouse builders and integrators rather than individual farmers.
The company aims to become a global provider of greenhouse solutions tailored for hot-climate regions.