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External Media

August 5, 2025

Semiconductor Industry Faces Water, Sustainability Challenges | Manufacturing Dive

In this article by Manufacturing Dive, featuring insights from Prakash, TSMC, and Arizona State University, we explore the future of semiconductors — where ultrapure water meets water recycling and zero liquid discharge. From scarcity to sustainability — Gradiant is making every drop count in semiconductors.

External Media

July 14, 2025

Securing Critical Water Resources in the Digital Age | Water Magazine

Prakash Govindan met with Phil Alsop of Water Magazine discusses the water challenges and complexities in data centres and semiconductor fabs, highlighting projects in the US, Indo-Pacific, and Europe, and how Gradiant’s innovations, powered with AI, are enabling sustainable and efficient water management in the world’s most stressed regions.

Press Release

May 13, 2025

Gradiant Leads Sustainable Water Solutions for the Data Centers Powering AI

Gradiant is deploying sustainable water solutions for new AI-powered data centers in the U.S. and Indo-Pacific. As facilities rise in water-stressed regions, Gradiant’s technologies enable water reuse, AI-driven optimization, and chemical efficiency—helping tech giants meet ambitious sustainability goals while protecting local resources. Gradiant is the go-to water partner for the world’s digital infrastructure for complete site-wide peace of mind.

News & Insights

April 9, 2025

Why We Brought Water to SXSW: A Global Conversation on Climate and Sustainability

The world converged at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas — a global stage where technology, culture, innovation, and ideas collide. Amidst the music and media, this year’s Climate Change and Sustainability sessions offered something deeper: a platform to reimagine our planet’s future. And at the heart of that future is water. Prakash shares his thoughts on how we can, together, Elevate Water.

Press Release

March 18, 2025

Archroma and Gradiant Partner to Advance Water Circularity with Innovative ZLD Technology in Thailand

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has partnered with Gradiant to implement a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system at its Mahachai plant in Thailand. This solution enables 90-95% wastewater recovery, reduces environmental impact, and supports sustainable textile dye production. Archroma evaluated various ZLD solutions since 2019, and Gradiant’s Counterflow Reverse Osmosis (CFRO) was selected to treat diverse wastewater compositions with superior efficiency and minimal energy consumption.

External Media

February 9, 2025

Global Water Scarcity, Egoless Leadership, and the Bhagavad Gita | The Founder Spirit

Prakash met with Jennifer Wu of “The Founder Spirit” podcast. “I had the pleasure of discussing Gradiant’s mission and the importance of water. What made this conversation particularly special was the opportunity to also explore the personal and spiritual aspects of my journey, something I don’t often get to share in interviews.”

External Media

January 29, 2025

MIT Spinout Gradiant Reduces Companies’ Water Use by Billions of Gallons Each Day | MIT News

Zach Winn from MIT News spoke with Gradiant co-founders Anurag Bajpayee and Prakash Govindan about their mission to reduce the world’s industrial water footprint. Gradiant, founded at MIT, delivers advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions to essential industries, helping reuse billions of gallons daily. Prakash shared insights on their innovative technologies, such as PFAS removal and critical mineral recovery, while Anurag emphasized their commitment to sustainability and giving nature water back through continuous innovation.

Press Release

January 23, 2025

Gradiant and GF Piping Systems Partner to Drive Innovation and Sustainability in Industrial Water

The strategic partnership strengthens Gradiant’s ability to deliver high-performance water treatment solutions for mission-critical industries worldwide, while reinforcing its leadership in the global water industry. Under the terms of the non-exclusive agreement, GF Piping Systems will provide Gradiant with defined products and services, ensuring seamless project execution at key facilities worldwide.