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A new public demonstration at Burnaby City Hall showcases an innovative Canadian-made solution for decarbonizing cities using existing infrastructure and untapped energy sources. The machine offers a first-of-its-kind glimpse into the future of clean energy for urban buildings.

Developed at SFU's School of Mechatronic Systems Engineering by professor Majid Bahrami, the Sorption Heat Transformer and thermal storage System (SORTABO) technology converts waste heat in district heating to cooling, enabling sustainable air conditioning in buildings without electricity, moving parts, harmful chemicals, or new infrastructure. This innovation will help support Canada's drive towards net-zero emissions. 

A small-scale SORTABO prototype is on display at Burnaby City Hall until September 5, 2025.

The project has received a five-year joint NSERC Alliance-Mitacs Accelerate grant in collaboration with the Civic Innovation Lab. 

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