The FUSION project highlights the contribution of its partner KeepCool, a Spanish company specializing in solutions to improve the preservation of fruits and vegetables. In 2024, KeepCool was recognized as the startup with the greatest international projection by the Food4Future platform, reflecting the growing relevance of its technology in the agri-food sector.
Within the framework of the FUSION project, KeepCool contributes with technologies focused on air quality control and ethylene management—two critical factors in the preservation of fresh produce.
Its solutions include ethylene-absorbing filters and air purification and disinfection systems designed for use in storage chambers, transport vehicles, and other stages of the agri-food value chain. These technologies help slow down the natural ripening process of fruits and vegetables, while also reducing the presence of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
KeepCool’s patented technology offers a high absorption capacity, reaching up to 7.84 liters per kilogram, which represents a significant improvement compared to conventional solutions.
A key aspect of KeepCool’s approach is the integration of circular economy principles into its products. The company has developed filters made with materials such as pharmaceutical-grade Tyvek, which allows air to pass through while preventing liquids from crossing.
After their use in storage and transport, these filters can be returned to the soil by producers. Initial tests conducted at the experimental farm Las Palmerillas (Almería) have shown promising results, including improvements in soil conditions such as water retention.
This approach contributes to reducing waste while creating additional value beyond the primary use of the product.
KeepCool’s technologies are designed to improve preservation conditions throughout the supply chain, helping to reduce post-harvest losses of perishable products such as fruits and vegetables. In this way, they support broader efforts to improve efficiency and sustainability in agri-food systems.
Through its participation in FUSION, KeepCool contributes practical and scalable solutions that address key challenges in food preservation. By combining technological innovation with circular economy practices, the company supports the development of more sustainable and resilient food systems across the Mediterranean region.
