In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Ross Bonner, CTO and co-founder of Transaera, to discuss innovative solutions for energy-efficient air conditioning. They explore the critical role of cooling in combating climate change, the equity challenges in access to climate technologies, and Transaera’s use of metal-organic frameworks to reduce energy consumption. Tune in to learn how these advancements make cooling more sustainable and accessible for everyone.

Ross Bonner is the CTO and co-founder of Transaera, a company revolutionizing air conditioning technology. With a focus on energy efficiency, his team’s approach reduces energy consumption by 40% compared to conventional systems, specifically targeting hot and humid climates. Ross has a background in systems architecture, fluids, and heat transfer. He is a graduate of GE Aerospace’s Edison Engineering Development Program and holds a bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University, along with a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from MIT. His work at Transaera aims to make cooling technology more sustainable and accessible worldwide.


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