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Aquacycl
Providing bioelectrochemical technologies to rapidly treat the hardest to treat wastewater.
Notable Achievements
- CEO recognized as a Top Innovator by the World Economic Forum and Uplink
- Working with PepsiCo as a first customer (2 sites and counting in North America)
- Less than 12-month ROI for Niagara Bottling
Currently Operating in Three Regions
Press Mentions
July 2, 2025
Aquacycl Not Watering Down Global Ambitions
Aquacycl is making strides in sustainable wastewater treatment, innovating with its groundbreaking technology to address global water challenges. Their efforts are gaining recognition, enhancing...
Read on San Diego Business Journal »
September 24, 2024
Ford Reveals Holographic Technology for Safer Driving in Barron's - Missouri Express
Aquacycl is making waves in sustainable technology, celebrating its innovative wastewater treatment solutions that enhance environmental health. Their groundbreaking approach not only promotes...
Read on New York Express »
June 10, 2024
BioLargo Announces Craft Brewery Pre-Commercial Pilot Study Project Funded by Innovative Conservation Program (ICP)
BioLargo announces a partnership with a craft brewery to implement their innovative water treatment technology. The system will help the brewery reduce costs, improve sustainability, and enhance...
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September 19, 2023
Aquacycl
Aquacycl, a finalist for the Earthshot Prize, has developed a wastewater treatment system called "Wastewater Zero" that goes beyond compliance to achieve zero waste. The system uses a combination...
Read on The Earthshot Prize »
November 19, 2022
This startup uses microbial fuel cells to clean up wastewater
Aquacycl’s modular technology helps clean up contaminated water before it flows down the drain. In some cases, it can also be reused onsite after it’s cleaned.
Read on Fast Company »
November 14, 2022
Pepsi employs ‘super bugs’ to treat its Fresno wastewater
That’s where Pepsi has partnered with San Diego-based company Aquacycl, whose technology breaks down wastewater utilizing a new technique — microbial fuel cells.
Read on The Business Journal »More Ventures in Food & Water
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