Research & Development
MURL — Mixed Use Research Lab
A Southern US applied R&D testbed for heat reuse, thermal storage, and district energy controls.
Mission
MURL exists to make heat reuse bankable. We validate performance, derisk deployment, and produce auditable measurement & verification for real-world thermal networks.
Core Capabilities
Purpose-built infrastructure for rigorous testing, validation, and demonstration of thermal technologies.
Program Tracks
Focused research areas addressing key challenges in district-scale thermal systems.
Partner Pathways
Multiple engagement models for organizations seeking to collaborate with MURL.
Research Partner
Universities / Labs
Universities and national labs seeking applied research collaboration on thermal systems and district energy.
Technology Vendor
Equipment OEMs
Equipment manufacturers seeking pilot deployments and third-party validation of thermal technologies.
Tenant Offtaker
Industrial / Ag
Prospective tenants seeking feasibility assessment and phased scale-up pathways for thermal-dependent operations.
Public Sector
Government / Community
Government agencies, workforce boards, and community organizations supporting regional innovation.