Silent ICO

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Contents
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Abstract
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1. Intro and Preface from the CEO
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2. Our Team and Values
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Meet the Team
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3. Innovation for a Better Future
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The Ecosystem
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Introducing M99© Methanol
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Silent-Power Ltd.
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Econimo® - Energy Converter Integral Module
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Econimo-Drive®
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Silent-Power (Projects) Ltd.
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4. Technology Brief
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What is Methanol
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How is Methanol created?
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How is Methanol used?
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M99 Methanol as a Fuel
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5. Business Case
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Regulatory Landscape
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Competitive Landscape
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Positioning in the Market
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Silent Use Cases
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Methanol Synthesis Plants (MSPs)
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Research and Development -
Silent MSPs of the Future
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6. Milestones
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7. Investment case
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Why an ICO?
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The Silent Token
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Token Sale Dates
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Use of Funds
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Outlook and Future Potential
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No Rewards Without Risk
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Abstract
“We're running the most dangerous experiment in history right now, which is to see
how much carbon dioxide the atmosphere can handle before there is an
environmental catastrophe. “
Elon Musk
In his book 'Beyond Oil and Gas: The Methanol Economy' Nobel Prize Winner George Olah
explained an economy, not too far into the future, where Methanol will take over the role
of oil and gas, and will also become a medium of energy storage, transportation and
exchange. Read more about this bold vision in
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this article by Professor George Olah.
The switch to Methanol represents a small, relatively painless and extremely crucial first
step in the process of curbing out-of-control CO2 emissions described by Elon Musk. By
establishing a demand for Methanol in energy generation, the basic building blocks are
put in place for the development of carbon neutral power generation and use.
The Silent Ecosystem is built around the production, distribution and utilization of ...

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1. Intro and Preface from the CEO
It’s been more than 15 years since my journey with Silent began. But it
was in the early 1980s, that I began my search for a promising
renewable energy solution. During my doctorate in electrical
engineering at the Paul Scherrer Institute, it became clear to me that
the energy transition would become my life's work.
I gained solid start-up experience in projects for Credit Suisse and
UBS, and from there I went on to pursue my own ideas. I believe that the time now to
reshape the energy of the future in a CO2-neutral way. I firmly believe Methanol
Synthesis is the technology which will bring this about on a global scale.
In May 2017,
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a historic referendum
resulted in the decision to phase out the use of
nuclear power in Switzerland. This means that about 40% of the country’s electricity
generation in the near future must be replaced with green energy sources. 80% of
electricity worldwide is generated from fossil fuels...

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2. Our Team and Values
Silent-Power (Projects) Ltd. was founded with the purpose of supporting and
co-developing an environmentally friendly ecosystem with new alternatives to produce,
store and use energy. Silent-Power Ltd. is the first company Prof. Weidmann founded in
2002, to develop mini power plants that produce power and heat. These mini power
stations will be crucial for mass adoption of Methanol usage.
Together we are heading for a future where producing, storing and using energy will
become easy, flexible, efficient and completely CO2-neutral.
The Silent team is driven by their core values of carbon neutrality, user focus, innovation
focus, independence and quality.
Carbon neutrality
We are creating a sustainable, CO2-neutral energy system that will curb
climate change.
User focus
We work closely with customers and partners to achieve the optimal
solution.
Innovation focus
We welcome challenges as opportunities to stand out through
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Meet the Team
Prof. Dr. sc. techn. ETH Urs. A. Weidmann
CEO and driving force behind the Silent Group of
companies. He’s an inventor at heart, and a successful
businessman by trade.
Formerly:
- UBS AG | Zurich
- Credit Suisse AG | Zurich (power plant financing)
- PSI Paul Scherrer Institut | Illingen
Andreas Graber
COO
Formerly:
- Chairman Basis 57 nachhaltige Wassernutzung AG
- Founder spin-off UrbanFarmers AG
- ZHAW Institute of Natural Resource Sciences
Marco Glattfelder
CIO
Formerly:
- IRIS Risk Management | Zurich
- Alphaobjects Sagl | Lugano
- Vadian NET | St.Gallen
- Information Factory AG | Zurich
- Master in Law University of Zurich MCTS
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3. Innovation for a Better Future
Research and technological advances are an integral part of Silent’s corporate DNA.
Dedicated to innovation for a better future, this team consists of a unique combination
of brilliant scientists and seasoned business leaders, all collaborating to achieve the
same goal :
“A workable energy transition solution both from a technological
and an economical point of view. “
The Ecosystem
Our solution to the energy transition, lies in creating an ecosystem based on the world’s
second most traded liquid, Methanol. Silent-Power Ltd. was established as the first step
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in the process of developing an environmentally friendly and carbon neutral ecosystem
where Methanol is used to store, transport and produce energy.
A Methanol based fuel economy is seen by many as the ideal solution to the CO2
emissions problem. It’s very cost-effective allowing better economies of scale and
scope in production and distribution. It only requires a single type of fuel for all
conceivable applications such as: driving, powering ships, heating, cooking, operation of
construction machines, lawn mowers, motorcycles etc. When used as a fuel, Methanol
also reduces secondary costs for society since the only emissions from burning
Methanol are CO2 and water.
Silent’s Methanol based fuel economy, in which power is generated from carbon neutral
Methanol is called the Silent Ecosystem. The Silent Ecosystem is a simplified, and
achievable version of the Methanol Economy described by the Nobel Laureate George
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