Hillcrest Energy Technologies (HEAT) Small Cap Growth Virtual Investor Conference 2025 summary

Strategic direction and technology development

• Transitioned from oil and gas to clean energy and clean tech since 2020, leveraging CSC platform for growth.

• Developed unique zero-voltage switching (ZVS) technology, claiming global exclusivity at high power levels.

• ZVS technology applicable across electrification spectrum: EVs, wind, solar, data centers, and microgrids.

• Focus shifting toward stationary applications, with a 200 kW ZVS grid power conversion system in development.

• Proof of concept and commercial prototype achieved; demonstrations with major global companies ongoing.

Commercialization and partnerships

• Entered a two-phase program with a $3B tier one supplier to integrate ZVS into their inverter platform; phase one near completion.

• Strategic partnership and CAD 3 million investment announced with Pasqua First Nations and Apeiron Resources.

• BorgWarner engagement includes pitch day invitation and ongoing collaboration.

• Licensing model introduced for traction sector, targeting tier one suppliers for exclusive arrangements.

• Application submitted for CAD 10 million in Canadian federal funding, leveraging indigenous partnerships.

Technology advantages and market potential

• ZVS inverter offers 99–99.7% efficiency, reduced EMI, compact design, and cost savings.

• Certified lab tests in Germany confirm EMI reduction, eliminating need for protective shielding in autos.

• Modular 200 kW inverter design enables redundancy and scalability for data centers and grid applications.

• Addressable market estimated at $180B for stationary and $50B for data centers by 2030.

• ZVS enables smaller battery packs, reduced semiconductor use, and significant cost savings for automotive OEMs.