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Compute
Distributed computing infrastructure for AI inference, data processing and digital workloads.
Open Cleantech Infrastructure for a Distributed Future
Turning Waste Heat Into Intelligent Energy.
HEATNODE is developing open infrastructure that connects distributed computing, thermal energy recovery and intelligent energy management — enabling a more efficient and connected energy future.
Compute locally. Recover intelligently. Connect globally.
The Opportunity
Two infrastructure challenges. One connected opportunity.
The growth of AI and digital services is increasing demand for computing infrastructure and the energy required to operate it. At the same time, buildings consume substantial energy for heating.
HEATNODE explores how these two systems can work together — capturing usable heat from computing infrastructure and redirecting it towards building energy needs.
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Growing computing demand
AI and digital services are driving demand for computing infrastructure — and the energy needed to run it.
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Unused thermal energy
Computing systems produce heat that is typically rejected to the environment rather than put to use.
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Intelligent integration
Coordinating compute and building heat demand opens a path to using that energy where it is needed.
How HEATNODE Works
Computing generates heat. HEATNODE connects the systems.
STAGE 01
Compute
Distributed computing infrastructure performs AI, data and digital workloads.
STAGE 02
Recover
Thermal management technology captures usable heat and transfers it through an isolated heat-exchange interface.
STAGE 03
Coordinate
Intelligent software monitors computing, thermal performance and energy flows to coordinate connected infrastructure.
COMPUTE→THERMAL RECOVERY→INTELLIGENT COORDINATION→BUILDING
Conceptual architecture. Separate fluid circuits transfer thermal energy without mixing.
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Platform
One infrastructure platform. Three connected capabilities.
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Energy
Capturing and redirecting usable thermal energy from computing systems towards building applications.
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Network
Connecting independently operated infrastructure through intelligent coordination, monitoring and verification.
Applications
Designed for a distributed infrastructure future.
Residential
Compact computing and thermal recovery systems designed for integration into residential environments.
Buildings
Infrastructure concepts for commercial and multi-residential buildings, exploring how computing heat can contribute to building heating systems.
Distributed Infrastructure
Modular nodes and connected infrastructure for locations where computing, energy management and thermal demand can be coordinated.
Technology Architecture
An integrated technology stack.
Three interconnected layers — from the physical node to the network that coordinates many of them.
Foundational interfaces, standards and selected software components are intended to be open. Managed services and selected commercial capabilities may be proprietary.
Open foundationCommercial layer
Coordination layer · in development
HEATNODE Network
The developing coordination layer connecting independently operated infrastructure nodes.
Open protocols · managed coordination services
Software layer
HEATNODE OS
An intelligent software layer for monitoring, orchestration, thermal management and node operations.
Open interfaces & selected components · commercial capabilities
Physical layer
HEATNODE Hardware
Physical computing and thermal infrastructure designed to operate as integrated systems.
Open reference interfaces · selected designs
Open Technology
Open technology. Shared infrastructure. Global participation.
We believe the next generation of computing and energy infrastructure should be built on open standards, interoperability and collaboration.
HEATNODE is developing an open-core technology ecosystem that encourages developers, engineers, researchers and infrastructure operators to participate in building connected computing and thermal energy systems.
Open Standards
Developing common protocols, interfaces and data structures that support interoperability across computing and thermal infrastructure.
Open-Source Technology
Creating foundational software, developer tools, reference implementations and selected hardware designs that can be inspected, adapted and improved by the community.
Commercial Innovation
Building professionally supported products, engineering services, managed infrastructure and commercial applications on top of an open technology foundation.
Opens the partnership form with the Technology & Developer pathway selected.
Open Technology roadmap
Planned development · not yet deliveredPhase 01 · Planned
Open Foundations
Architecture principles, technical standards and documentation.
Phase 02 · Planned
Open Software
Foundational software, APIs and developer tools.
Phase 03 · Planned
Open Hardware
Reference designs, interfaces and interoperability specifications.
Phase 04 · Planned
Open Ecosystem
Community contributions, research collaborations and independent operator participation.
Organizational Ecosystem
A public-interest mission. A commercially sustainable platform. An open network.
HEATNODE is developing a hybrid organizational model that combines open technology stewardship, commercial innovation and independently operated infrastructure.
01 · Commercial platform
HEATNODE Technologies
The principal commercial operating platform, responsible for product development, engineering, software, integration, managed services and network operations.
02 · Open source · standards · community
HEATNODE Open Ecosystem
Open-source technology, open technical standards and a community of developers, engineers and researchers building on a shared foundation.
03 · Participating operators
Independent Network Operators
Individuals, businesses, building owners and infrastructure operators who may independently own and operate compatible HEATNODE infrastructure.
04 · Proposed future initiative
HEATNODE Foundation
A proposed future independent public-interest stewardship organization for open standards, open-source stewardship, research and education. The Foundation has not yet been established.
The Network Vision · Under Development
An open foundation for connected infrastructure.
HEATNODE aims to enable independently operated computing and energy infrastructure to participate in a coordinated ecosystem. The developing network architecture explores:
- Interoperable node architecture.
- Open technical standards.
- Verified computing and thermal activity.
- Independent node ownership.
- Intelligent network coordination.
- Future blockchain-enabled verification and settlement.
The network is a vision in development and is not live. HEATNODE does not offer tokens or investment products.
Heat-Recovery Fit · AI-powered
Explore how heat recovery could fit your site.
Describe your facility, any waste-heat source and what you want to achieve. You'll get a tailored, preliminary heat-recovery summary in seconds.
Your tailored summary will appear here.
AI-generated and preliminary. Not an engineering assessment, quote or performance estimate. HEATNODE systems are under development and subject to engineering validation.
Partnerships
Build the future of infrastructure with us.
We welcome conversations across three partnership pathways:
Technology & Developer partnerships
- Open-source software developers.
- Computing hardware manufacturers.
- Cleantech innovators.
Research & Institutional partnerships
- Universities and research institutions.
Infrastructure & Commercial partnerships
- Building owners and developers.
- HVAC and mechanical engineering companies.
- Independent infrastructure operators.
- Energy and technology companies.