Unocconi GmbH

25. February 2025 by VDZ

Country: Germany
Founded: 2023
Sector: Water, Energy
Stage: Growth
Innovation: Unocconi specializes in the online distribution of innovative shower heat recovery solutions. These systems are DVGW-certified, comply with DIN 94678, and have never been available in Germany before. While similar products have already seen widespread adoption across Europe – with over 10,000 installed Joulia (CH) shower drains and more than 100,000 Counter Flow (NL) shower pipes – they remain largely unknown in Germany. Unocconi aims to introduce these high-efficiency solutions, which boast up to 69% heat recovery efficiency, helping to drive the energy transition forward.

ISH Top Theme: Solutions for sanitary spaces, solutions for water-bearing systems, solutions for installation
Top Solution Field: Energy efficiency and sustainability

https://unocconi.com

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