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"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

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"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity)

BonusWednesday, 3rd April 2024
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Aclarity is pioneering in the field of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) destruction, developing proprietary systems - aka cool water tech - that not only treat but also destroy PFAS in liquid waste. The technology presents a significant advancement over traditional treatment methods, offering an economical and efficient solution to a pressing environmental issue.


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:


🚀 Aclarity’s technology signifies a radical departure from conventional PFAS treatment methods, focusing on destruction rather than containment, which could set new industry standards.

📈 The market for PFAS management is dynamic, with significant growth potential, indicating room for multiple successful technologies and companies.

💪 Aclarity's journey underscores the importance of agility and focus in developing and deploying breakthrough environmental technologies, especially in fields dominated by larger, less nimble entities.


We also address and discuss:

  • PFAS Challenge: PFAS compounds, due to their widespread use and persistence, pose a significant environmental and health risk, necessitating advanced solutions for their management and eradication.

  • Technological Innovation: Aclarity's electrochemical technology represents a novel approach to PFAS destruction, with the potential to transform the industry's approach to dealing with these contaminants.

  • Market Dynamics: The PFAS management market is evolving rapidly, driven by regulatory changes and increasing awareness of the dangers posed by these substances. Eclarity's success could help catalyze broader market growth and innovation.

  • Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with larger entities like Xylem or De Nora and participation in accelerator programs have helped Aclarity gain credibility, refine its technology, and access essential resources for growth.


Some quotes:

  • "PFAS destruction is hard... but we figured it out." - Julie Bliss Mullen

  • "There's a place for all of us in the PFAS management market." - Julie Bliss Mullen

  • "Every time we've leveled up... it's because of a fundraiser or... enjoying the team." - Julie Bliss Mullen

  • "Full-scale economic PFAS destruction is here. Give us a chance." - Julie Bliss Mullen

  • "If any of us are super successful, we're all gonna be super successful." - Julie Bliss Mullen


Some more facts we discuss:

  • Despite the strength of the carbon-fluorine bond in PFAS, making it seemingly indestructible, Aclarity's technology is capable of breaking it down efficiently.

  • Even as a startup, Aclarity can compete with and potentially surpass larger companies in the PFAS management sector due to its specialized focus and innovative approach.

  • The PFAS problem is often considered too massive and costly to tackle effectively, yet Aclarity's solution offers an economical and scalable approach to not just manage but destroy these contaminants.


Full Episode: https://dww.show/how-aclarity-bootstrapped-its-journey-from-b2c-to-pfas-destruction/


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