This post is a part of the Early Stage Climate Startup series from Climafix 2024
Highlight
- SiriNoR’s hydrogen-powered electric drivetrain provides clean energy for aviation without the need for fossil fuels. With engines being 20-30% cheaper to manufacture.
1. Value Proposition
- Eliminate GHGs: SiriNoR’s electric jet engines are built with a Hydrogen-electric drivetrain system, with no CO2, NOx, SOx, or particulate matter (PM) being released.
- Lower manufacturing and operational costs: By reducing the complexity of the engine and using electric propulsion, SiriNoR’s engines are 20-30% cheaper to manufacture and have lower maintenance costs compared to traditional jet engines.
2. Pain Points
- High operational costs: Jet engines are expensive to maintain due to their mechanical complexity and fuel requirements. SiriNoR’s simplified electric engines reduce maintenance costs and eliminate fuel-related costs by relying on electric propulsion.
- Noise: Airports frequently face operational restrictions due to noise regulations. SiriNoR’s engines operate at under 70 dB.
3. Climate Impact
- SiriNor’s electric jet engine technology eliminates all forms of combustion, cutting CO₂ and non-CO₂ emissions entirely.
4. Current & Future Target Segments
- Current Target Segments: Commercial aviation, defense sectors, offshore rigs, windmill operations, and regional island connectivity.
- Future Target Segments: Partnering with leading aircraft manufacturers like Airbus & Boeing, and enabling retrofits for existing aircraft.
5. USPs
- True Zero Emissions: Unlike sustainable aviation fuels or hybrid hydrogen combustion systems, SiriNoR’s patented engines produce no CO₂, NOx, or other non-CO₂ emissions.
- Quiet Operation: Operating at noise levels under 70 dB, enabling extended airport operational hours without increasing noise pollution.
6. Team Profiles
- Abhijeet Inamdar (Co-Founder, CEO India): Abhijeet brings over 30 patents and years of experience in aerospace engineering, focusing on developing and scaling SiriNoR’s electric jet propulsion technology.
- Ivar Aune (CEO, Norway): With extensive experience in aerospace engineering and leadership, Ivar oversees SiriNoR’s operations and strategic growth, ensuring the company’s innovative technologies meet global aviation standards.
7. Startup Headquarters
- India: Bengaluru