Nano-engineered cooling tech could render vapour compression obsolete

Researchers from the United States have developed nano-engineered solid-state cooling technology claimed to be twice as efficient as current thermoelectric systems, with the potential to revolutionise refrigeration and climate control across multiple industries.

The innovation from Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Maryland, developed with Samsung Research engineers, offers a scalable, energy-efficient alternative to traditional compressor-based refrigeration, eliminating the need for bulky systems and refrigerants.