Unocconi Brings Heat Recovery from Shower Wastewater to Germany
Unocconi GmbH, a startup based in Filderstadt, is making waves with its innovative method of recovering heat from shower wastewater. This technique, common in several European countries, is barely known in Germany due to regulatory hurdles. The company's founder, Steffen Nittbaur, left Mercedes-Benz after 25 years to pursue this environmental initiative.
Nittbaur, who holds a master's degree in environmental sciences, saw the potential in decentralized heat recovery from shower wastewater. This method is highly efficient and should be used in new buildings and renovations. The topic has gained attention recently due to rising energy prices and increasing concerns about efficiency.
Unocconi's unique approach involves renewing centralized heating systems with this technology. However, who exactly renewed these systems and why this technology is still little known in Germany remains unclear, as search results do not provide detailed information. Despite this, Nittbaur and his son Valentin, who works with him at Unocconi, form a determined father-son duo committed to promoting this sustainable solution.
Unocconi GmbH, led by Steffen Nittbaur and his son Valentin, is championing the use of heat recovery from shower wastewater in Germany. Despite regulatory hurdles and limited awareness, this highly efficient method deserves consideration in new constructions and renovations, especially in light of rising energy prices and efficiency concerns.
