Airwell Accelerates Innovation with Three State-Supported Projects
The French heat pump manufacturer announces the development of three innovation programs benefiting from public and private funding. These projects focus on energy renovation, autonomous solutions for emerging countries, and a new generation of connected heat pumps.
Energy Renovation Modules with Synerpod
The group has partnered with the French industrial startup Synerpod to develop prefabricated energy renovation modules, according to the press release. Two prototypes, named Enerpod Home + and XL, have been selected as part of the France 2030 program dedicated to off-site construction and renovation, supported by ADEME. These modules incorporate heat pumps manufactured in the group's Breton factory, along with additional features such as rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging, or energy storage. According to the company, over 300 installations were delivered in 2025. The project benefits from financial support of 2.1 million euros, including 1 million euros in repayable advances. New solutions operating on propane and fully connected are expected by the end of 2026, the group indicates.
SolarFrost: Autonomous Cold Storage for Rural Areas
The group has developed SolarFrost, an autonomous cold storage unit powered by solar energy, intended for rural areas without access to the electrical grid. This mobile and modular solution allows for the preservation of food items or medical products. The project was selected as part of the FASEP 2023 call for projects dedicated to sustainable agriculture and food, with support of 500,000 euros. According to the press release, the first installations were carried out in Iraq and the Antilles in September 2025. The company presents this device as a response to post-harvest losses in developing countries.
Sterenn IA Program: A Leap Towards Next-Gen Compact Heat Pumps
The Sterenn IA program, scheduled for 2026-2027, represents a total investment of 7.5 million euros in research and development, largely already committed from own funds, including 1.7 million euros supported by ADEME, according to the group. The project aims to commercialize a new generation of compact indoor heat pumps using the R290 refrigerant, as well as digital services for preventive and predictive maintenance. According to the company, these devices are designed to anticipate the regulatory evolution expected by 2030, with a gradual replacement of traditional outdoor units. The program includes the development of the geothermal solution Tereo and the indoor heat pump Wellin. The first prototypes for the Synerpod Enerpod modules are expected between the end of 2026 and early 2027, the press release indicates.
