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Success Story: Aquacycl
Founded in 2016 by Dr. Orianna Bretschger, Aquacycl is a wastewater technology company that helps food and beverage manufacturers save up to 90% in treatment costs while also solving a critical environmental problem caused by 80% of current wastewater being released untreated into our rivers and oceans.
The company’s BioElectrochemical Treatment Technology uses naturally existing bacteria to convert organic waste and sludge into direct electricity without any methane production, and treats wastewater that is 5-10x stronger than the current industry standard.
Aquacycl’s industry-leading tech can potentially disrupt the international wastewater market, and their $50M sales pipeline includes major global companies.
Use of Capital Infusion Funds
The financing was used to support the company’s pilot tests with large worldwide organizations including product development and hiring additional staff.
Areas of Assistance
Obtain Financing
Obtain Angel Funding
Connections to Investors
Investor Pitch Practice/Pitch Deck
Economic Impact
Capital Infusion: $7.7M
Owner Investment: $4M
Jobs Created: 6
Location
Escondido, CA 92029
“The connections, coaching, and feedback provided by The Brink SBDC were invaluable in helping us close a $4M seed round including a $295,000 investment from their incredible San Diego Angel Conference, and they also provided valuable training and community partner introductions.”
Aquacycl – Cost-effective, Scalable Wastewater Treatment
