Techstars

EnviCore is a research and development company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Its technologies offer low-cost, environmentally friendly alternatives for treating mining tailings, aiming to minimize environmental impacts and enable more responsible resource developments.

H2Ok Innovations develops data-driven technologies to optimize industrial liquid systems and water quality management in manufacturing. The company provides software and hardware solutions, including operating systems and measurement tools for fats, oils, and grease, and leverages artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies to monitor water quality, optimize operations, improve efficiency, and manage contaminants across production processes.

H2O Allegiant is a global business dedicated to addressing water scarcity and infrastructure challenges worldwide. It connects investors with water-related projects, bridging the gap between required technology and financing solutions. The company facilitates investments in various water projects by providing access to necessary technologies, ensuring project success. H2O Allegiant also operates a platform that enables organizations to participate in water replenishment efforts, such as recycling and reduction initiatives, using blockchain-created tokens for balanced water usage and pollution management. This platform helps organizations obtain blockchain-created water certificates, contributing to sustainable water management.

Undesert is a company focused on addressing water scarcity and pollution through innovative desalination technology. By employing a patented process, the company transforms polluted water into fresh water, making it accessible for municipalities and industrial facilities. Additionally, Undesert's operations contribute to environmental restoration by converting desert landscapes into fertile forest land. The company not only generates clean water but also produces electricity and dry salt, all while ensuring minimal environmental impact by avoiding wastewater and liquid discharge. Through its solutions, Undesert aims to create sustainable water resources and promote ecological balance in arid regions.

Kadeya operates a closed-loop beverage vending system that promotes sustainability. It uses reusable stainless steel bottles and tiny bottling equipment to autonomously bottle beverages on demand in workplaces, reducing single-use plastic waste.

Maygia develops innovative water treatment technology that converts seawater into drinking water or cleans factory wastewater using hydrogen instead of electricity. This process simultaneously generates electricity, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and lowering operational costs while supporting sustainable water resource management.

Kumulus Water develops atmospheric water generators that produce drinking water using solar power and air humidity. Their decentralized units operate autonomously with remote digital monitoring, ensuring businesses have a sustainable and economical supply of clean water.

Hydroquo+ is an automation machinery manufacturing company established in 2018, focused on addressing water stress and infrastructure health challenges. The company develops an analytics platform designed to enhance water quality through the use of big data analytics, machine learning, and advanced computer modeling. Hydroquo+ provides real-time data on water quality parameters collected via Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. This technology serves various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and municipalities, enabling them to ensure regulatory compliance and safeguard public health and the environment.

H2Ok Innovations develops data-driven technologies to optimize industrial liquid systems and water quality management in manufacturing. The company provides software and hardware solutions, including operating systems and measurement tools for fats, oils, and grease, and leverages artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies to monitor water quality, optimize operations, improve efficiency, and manage contaminants across production processes.

Kadeya operates a closed-loop beverage vending system that promotes sustainability. It uses reusable stainless steel bottles and tiny bottling equipment to autonomously bottle beverages on demand in workplaces, reducing single-use plastic waste.

Hidrate Inc. is a company that specializes in the production of a smart water bottle designed to monitor and enhance users' hydration habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Hidrate's product syncs with mobile phones to provide reminders for water intake and to track consumption over time. The smart water bottle automatically calculates the recommended daily water intake for users, making it easier for them to maintain healthy hydration practices. By leveraging technology, Hidrate aims to promote enjoyable and accessible hydration for its customers. The company's products are available for purchase online.

EnviCore is a research and development company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Its technologies offer low-cost, environmentally friendly alternatives for treating mining tailings, aiming to minimize environmental impacts and enable more responsible resource developments.

Influunt is a company that specializes in global water risk management, offering a platform designed to deliver water and flood risk intelligence to various sectors, including insurance, government, and asset owners. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, Influunt utilizes advanced satellite data and artificial intelligence to provide insights into water risks. This technology empowers clients to mitigate losses and enhance their resilience to climate-related challenges, making informed decisions based on accurate and timely information.

Gybe helps protect and improves water resources globally starting at the community and local level. Gybe provides water quality information that's scalable. The company uses satellite imagery and proprietary ground-based hardware to transform the management, conservation, and restoration of aquatic ecosystems. It uses analytics and measurement technology that is scalable, accurate and available continuously. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

AQUAOSO is a climate fintech SaaS company focused on providing climate risk analytics and tools for financial institutions. The company has developed a water risk research platform that measures water scarcity through advanced analytics, utilizing innovative technology and machine learning. This platform generates an accessible water score aimed at the agriculture industry, allowing farmers and water managers to effectively identify, understand, monitor, and mitigate water-related risks. AQUAOSO's offerings include stress testing tools, portfolio reporting, and advanced loan decisioning tools, all designed to enhance decision-making processes in the face of climate-related challenges.

H2Ok Innovations develops data-driven technologies to optimize industrial liquid systems and water quality management in manufacturing. The company provides software and hardware solutions, including operating systems and measurement tools for fats, oils, and grease, and leverages artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies to monitor water quality, optimize operations, improve efficiency, and manage contaminants across production processes.

2ndNature is a technology company that specializes in stormwater management solutions for municipal governments. Its primary product is a software platform designed to simplify compliance with the Clean Water Act's MS-four NPDES permit requirements. The platform uses geospatial data and analytics to benchmark program effectiveness, track progress towards clean water goals, and facilitate efficient resource management. This enables municipalities to build sustainable urban environments while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Founded in 2014, Cobalt Water Global specializes in urban water management. It offers TotalWATER AI, an AI-based platform for assessing and mitigating N2O emissions at wastewater facilities. The company provides consulting services to diagnose, optimize, plan, and design drinking water and wastewater systems.

Hydro Wind Energy is a sustainable energy company focused on developing innovative technologies to address three significant global challenges: generating low-cost clean electricity, achieving grid-scale energy storage, and providing seawater desalination. The company specializes in offshore wind power using vertical axis wind rotors and kite systems, harnessing the vast potential of marine environments for renewable energy production. Additionally, Hydro Wind Energy has commercialized a unique, low-cost handheld seawater desalination device called QuenchSea, primarily intended for humanitarian aid and marine sector applications.

AquaRealTime specializes in early detection and mitigation of Harmful Algae Blooms (HABs) and other water contaminants. It offers AlgaeTracker, an innovative Early Warning System that monitors and predicts HABs and pollutants, enabling proactive management of water resources worldwide.

Founded in 2014, Mammoth Water specializes in managing water assets. It facilitates fair water transfers, increases market access, and provides tracking services for farmers to manage allocations and quantify savings. The company also offers workshops on incentive-based water management.

AQUAOSO is a climate fintech SaaS company focused on providing climate risk analytics and tools for financial institutions. The company has developed a water risk research platform that measures water scarcity through advanced analytics, utilizing innovative technology and machine learning. This platform generates an accessible water score aimed at the agriculture industry, allowing farmers and water managers to effectively identify, understand, monitor, and mitigate water-related risks. AQUAOSO's offerings include stress testing tools, portfolio reporting, and advanced loan decisioning tools, all designed to enhance decision-making processes in the face of climate-related challenges.

2ndNature is a technology company that specializes in stormwater management solutions for municipal governments. Its primary product is a software platform designed to simplify compliance with the Clean Water Act's MS-four NPDES permit requirements. The platform uses geospatial data and analytics to benchmark program effectiveness, track progress towards clean water goals, and facilitate efficient resource management. This enables municipalities to build sustainable urban environments while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Gybe helps protect and improves water resources globally starting at the community and local level. Gybe provides water quality information that's scalable. The company uses satellite imagery and proprietary ground-based hardware to transform the management, conservation, and restoration of aquatic ecosystems. It uses analytics and measurement technology that is scalable, accurate and available continuously. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Conservation Labs is a technology company based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, founded in 2016. It develops smart water technology to help reduce water waste and detect leaks. Its non-invasive water monitor can be attached to any water pipe and integrates with an application to transmit data on water consumption, potential leaks, and appliance usage. This enables property owners and managers to monitor water use, identify conservation opportunities, and lower operating costs. The company's solutions focus on making water usage transparent and proactive, supporting efficient resource management and cost savings across residential and commercial built environments.

StormSensor, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in stormwater management solutions aimed at preventing flooding, sewage overflows, and other stormwater issues. Founded in 2015, StormSensor develops Scute sensors that provide real-time monitoring of conditions within stormwater systems. The company also offers Terrapin, a cloud-based software platform that facilitates data visualization, integrates weather data, and sends alerts for significant flow events. This platform automates workflows for inspections, data monitoring, and regulatory reporting, significantly reducing the manual processes traditionally used by clients to maintain compliance in a complex regulatory landscape. By providing essential information on urban flooding, illicit discharges, and infrastructure impacts from climate change, StormSensor enables its clients to effectively respond to and mitigate climate-driven risks.

Aqulytics, Inc. is a company focused on the protection and sustainability of freshwater resources through its cloud-based platform. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Aqulytics employs big data analytics and participative monitoring technologies to provide comprehensive data on the quality and quantity of freshwater sources. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including extractive industries, governments, academic institutions, non-governmental organizations, and communities. It facilitates the monitoring of water quality by allowing users to input and store data on various physical, chemical, biological, and organoleptic parameters. Additionally, the platform enables collaboration among industries, governments, and communities, ensuring compliance with national and international water standards while enhancing access to and the quality of freshwater resources.

Watchtower Robotics is a company specializing in advanced leakage detection technology aimed at mitigating water breaks and minimizing infrastructure damage. The company develops innovative robots that accurately identify leaks in water distribution pipes without disrupting service. By enabling early detection of potential water issues, Watchtower Robotics allows clients to take proactive measures to prevent costly water leakage and infrastructure deterioration. Their technology focuses on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of water management systems, contributing to better resource conservation and operational sustainability.

Lotic Labs specializes in developing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of water markets and fostering innovation in environmental finance. The company integrates fragmented data sets with advanced environmental science models and financial simulations, allowing for rigorous analysis of the interconnections between financial, operational, and environmental decisions, particularly in the water utility and heavy industrial sectors. Its technology supports the creation of novel financial products that facilitate risk management, conservation efforts, and investments in green infrastructure. Additionally, Lotic Labs provides tools for climate risk assessment that help water utilities minimize revenue fluctuations and budget variances, offering solutions for environmental modeling, analytics, contract simulation, impact tracking, and opportunity identification. Through these offerings, Lotic Labs enables industrial and resource-intensive businesses to better navigate the challenges posed by volatile environmental conditions.

HydroIQ is the world's first Virtual Water Network Operator providing a water intelligence platform for homes, businesses and industries to monitor, manage, report, bill and pay for water in a simple, easy and transparent way using open banking and Mobile-money payments.

OffGridBox is a company that specializes in delivering renewable energy and clean water solutions to remote areas and developing countries through its innovative OffGridBox™ system. This modular unit, housed within a compact 6x6x6 feet shipping container, is equipped with the necessary technology to generate electricity and purify water. OffGridBox aims to address the needs of over 2 billion people who lack access to reliable energy and clean water. Each unit can serve approximately 300 families, potentially impacting around 1,500 individuals, and is often managed by local cooperatives, such as women-led organizations in Rwanda. The company has successfully deployed 38 units across nine countries, including Italy, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, the Philippines, Madagascar, the United States, and Colombia, serving various sectors such as humanitarian efforts, household retail, and industrial services. To date, these units have accumulated over 400,000 working hours, demonstrating their effectiveness and sustainability.

OffGridBox is a company that specializes in delivering renewable energy and clean water solutions to remote areas and developing countries through its innovative OffGridBox™ system. This modular unit, housed within a compact 6x6x6 feet shipping container, is equipped with the necessary technology to generate electricity and purify water. OffGridBox aims to address the needs of over 2 billion people who lack access to reliable energy and clean water. Each unit can serve approximately 300 families, potentially impacting around 1,500 individuals, and is often managed by local cooperatives, such as women-led organizations in Rwanda. The company has successfully deployed 38 units across nine countries, including Italy, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, the Philippines, Madagascar, the United States, and Colombia, serving various sectors such as humanitarian efforts, household retail, and industrial services. To date, these units have accumulated over 400,000 working hours, demonstrating their effectiveness and sustainability.

Hidrate Inc. is a company that specializes in the production of a smart water bottle designed to monitor and enhance users' hydration habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Hidrate's product syncs with mobile phones to provide reminders for water intake and to track consumption over time. The smart water bottle automatically calculates the recommended daily water intake for users, making it easier for them to maintain healthy hydration practices. By leveraging technology, Hidrate aims to promote enjoyable and accessible hydration for its customers. The company's products are available for purchase online.

Bevi develops bottle-less water dispensers for offices and commercial spaces that dispense beverages made from filtered tap water with natural flavors, including real fruit essences. The systems allow users to customize drinks and view nutrition information, while the company emphasizes tracking environmental impact and reducing waste from bottled beverages. The technology is designed to run on the municipal water supply, aiming to transform beverage delivery by offering eco-friendly, healthy hydration options on site.

AgriWater Tech is a water treatment company focused on addressing global water pollution challenges. The firm has developed a zero-waste ionizer device that utilizes electrocoagulation technology to convert animal waste into clean water. This innovative approach not only helps to decarbonize wastewater from livestock farming but also provides farmers with a sustainable source of clean water and fertilizer. By reducing the environmental impact associated with animal agriculture, AgriWater Tech supports livestock farmers in generating recurring revenue while promoting eco-friendly practices.

HydroPhos Solutions is a social venture specializing in water treatment. It employs phosphorus filtration technology to extract phosphorus from wastewater, transforming it into a sustainable fertilizer source for resale to the fertilizer industry. This process not only addresses the global phosphorus shortage but also helps wastewater treatment plants reduce their operational costs.

Meknology is a startup developing innovative technical solutions for water treatment. They manufacture devices that separate water from sludge, salt, solids, heavy metals, and other liquids, enabling businesses to recover precious metals used in the plating process.

Hydropool developed the Get-water App, to help Nigerians between the ages of 18-45 save their money and productive time required to access clean water supply. Our solution makes water available on-demand, we provide service by aggregating water vendors to provide on-demand water tanker delivery and metered supply of water in Nigeria powered by smart meters and multi-payment channels. We are digitizing and decarbonizing the already fragmented/decentralized supply chain of water.

Aabshar provides AI-powered water-saving solutions on a subscription basis. Their technology reduces utility costs, prevents water damage, lowers carbon emissions, and offers real-time insights to empower communities and industries in water-stressed regions.

Moby is on a mission to stop laundry pollution by selling inexpensive, eco-friendly filters that remove toxic microplastics.

SIPP is a smart home system that empowers users with safer water and smarter insights.