

Group 1 - The TERA-Award, hosted by Full Vision Capital, awarded the UK company Barocal with a gold medal and a prize of 1 million USD for its innovative solid-state cooling system [1][2] - Barocal's technology eliminates harmful refrigerants and enhances energy efficiency, providing sustainable solutions for the air conditioning and refrigeration sectors, with energy efficiency improvements of up to three times compared to traditional systems [2] - The event took place in Cambridge, UK, marking the first time the TERA-Award was held outside of Hong Kong, reflecting its growing international appeal and influence [1][2] Group 2 - The TERA-Award received support from various organizations, including the Hong Kong Investment Corporation and the UK Department for Business and Trade, highlighting a commitment to accelerating deep-tech energy innovation and commercializing zero-carbon solutions [3] - The event included an innovation showcase and forum focusing on global clean energy trends and the importance of collaboration in energy transition [2]