Deliverable D7.3 - Business models and economic studies

This report, deliverable D7.3, assesses the macro‑ and microeconomic viability of the START technology, which offers a promising and cost‑effective solution for sustainable energy by capturing waste heat using tetrahedrite-based TEGs, enabling reliable power generation and complementing intermittent renewable source. It evaluates the potential for a sustainable value chain, comparing START with conventional TE materials and applications.

At the macro level, it examines expected impacts at EU and global scales, outlining value and supply chains and highlighting START’s role in strengthening a resilient, resource-abundant ecosystem. At the micro level, it analyses business cases through application scenarios, estimating costs and competitiveness while providing tools for investment and commercialization decisions.

Findings emphasize START’s potential to reduce reliance on critical raw materials, support circular economy principles, and improve energy efficiency. Overall, the study positions START as a scalable and adaptable solution for future low-carbon energy systems.