About Us

Pioneering a Sustainable Future:

Tree is dedicated to creating a more sustainable future by developing and licensing advanced clean technologies in electricity storage, CO2 refrigeration, and carbon capture and sequestering.

Founded by a team of passionate experts, our company has grown to become a driving force in the clean-tech industry.

Learn more about our history, mission, and the exceptional team that makes it all possible.

Our Values
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Sustainability

Striding towards a greener, more sustainable tomorrow, to ensure a liveable planet for future generations.


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Collaboration

Partnering with academic and industrial stakeholders for a greater impact and reach.

Integrity

Upholding transparency and ethics in all our operations.

Innovation

Pioneering next-gen sustainable solutions to climate change.

Championing Carbon Mitigation:

Our mission is to significantly reduce atmospheric CO2 levels and combat climate change by introducing ground-breaking technologies.

Our vision aligns with the global objectives set by the Paris Climate Agreement, aiming for a sustainable and viable future for all.
Meet The Team
Johan Neethling, CEO of Tree Associates Image
Johan Neethling
CEO
A seasoned entrepreneur; Johan brings over two decades of experience in clean technology and engineering to Tree. His visionary leadership has shaped our strategic direction, driving growth. With a strong foundation in business and chartered accountancy from a top consulting firm, Johan leads Tree with financial prowess and a deep commitment to clean technology.
Bernie Killingbeck CTO Tree Associates
Bernard Killingbeck
CTO
Bernard, the mastermind behind our cutting-edge technology at Tree, has cultivated it from concept to revolutionary solution. His passion for reducing carbon footprint propels our technological strides.
A seasoned technologist and engineer, Bernard brings over 40 years of R&D expertise to tackle clean technology challenges.
Tim Hayward, Tree Associates CTO image
Tim Hayward
COO
Tim leverages his vast operational and managerial acumen at Tree, spearheading seamless operations and propelling continuous improvement. With a decade in clean tech, his supply chain and quality control mastery enhance partner value. Tim is committed to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and supporting our partners’ success.
Our Decarbonisation Journey:
Established in 2014, Tree was born from a shared vision to combat climate change and reduce the global carbon footprint.

Our founders recognised the urgent need for innovative clean technologies to replace traditional, unsustainable systems in cooling, power storage, and carbon capture.

Since our inception, we have been committed to research, development, and collaboration with industry partners to make this vision a reality.
Partner With Us
At Tree, we are proud to offer licensing and partnership opportunities for our ground-breaking technologies.

We understand that to truly tackle climate change and the ever-growing need for sustainable solutions, the world requires more than individual strategies, it needs collaboration.
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We wholeheartedly support and empower third parties to develop eco-friendly products and services that address the pressing environmental challenges of our time.
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