(don't) Waste Water! | Water Tech to Solve the World

"Toray, Dupont, LG Chem... they've tried for many years! We did it." - Craig Beckman (Aqua Membranes)


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AquaMembranes is a company that develops novel water treatment technologies, specifically focusing on enhancing the efficiency of reverse osmosis (RO) membranes. Their technology is designed to use less energy and improve the lifespan of membranes, thereby providing both environmental and economic benefits to communities and industries in need.


The podcast features a deep dive into how water technology, particularly the innovations by AquaMembranes, plays a pivotal role in both safeguarding environmental sustainability and bolstering economic performance. Craig Beckman discusses the company’s approach to improving reverse osmosis membranes which significantly reduces energy consumption and extends membrane life—key factors in reducing operational costs and enhancing water availability. The conversation also covers the broader economic impacts of water management, investment trends in green technologies, and the challenges in scaling and adopting new technologies. Insights into the dynamics between financial goals and sustainability objectives offer a nuanced view of the water tech industry’s future.


I hope this teaser makes you crave for more!

If you dive into this week's full release of the podcast, you'll learn how:


🚀 AquaMembranes' technology uniquely prints spacers directly onto membranes, increasing efficiency and decreasing energy use.

📈 The discussion touches on the broader implications of water management on global economies, hinting at water's role as a more critical economic driver than oil.

💪 Insights into the challenges and opportunities in scaling water tech innovations, particularly through partnerships and investment in sustainability-focused ventures.


We also address and discuss:

  • Water as an Economic Enabler: Water management not only supports sustainability goals but also boosts economic activity by enabling more efficient industrial and municipal water use.

  • Innovative Water Technologies: AquaMembranes’ approach to improving RO membrane systems can dramatically reduce energy requirements and operational costs.

  • Investment and Market Adoption: There's a significant discussion about the need for more robust investment in water technologies and the market challenges related to adopting new systems.

  • Sustainability and Business Growth: The intersection of sustainability goals with business operations is a recurring theme, emphasizing that environmental strategies can also drive business success.


Some quotes:

  • "Water enables economies more than oil does." - Craig Beckman

  • "Risk is worth it, fortune favors the brave." - Craig Beckman

  • "Our sole thesis is greenhouse gas reduction." - Investor comment on shifting focus to water technologies

  • "We're doubling down on existing markets." - Craig Beckman

  • "You have to start somewhere." - Craig Beckman on business strategy


Some more facts we discuss:

  • Despite its critical importance, water is often undervalued economically compared to other resources like oil.

  • Water management technology can lead to significant reductions in energy usage, contrary to the assumption that environmental sustainability always comes at a higher cost.

  • Innovations in water technology can drive faster economic growth than traditional industrial investments.


Full Episode: https://dww.show/how-aqua-membranes-prints-three-dimensional-benefits-for-mesh-addicts/


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