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May 15, 2024

Water Scarcity May Hinder Global Solar | North American Clean Energy

As solar energy rapidly becomes a primary component of the global energy framework, the demand for robust manufacturing capabilities is intensifying. Solar is projected to account for over half of the world's electricity generation by 2050. Amidst this surge, manufacturers face the urgent challenge of efficient water management to protect communities and the environment. Prakash Govindan, COO of Gradiant writes about the impetus of water conservation.

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April 26, 2024

A Look at Freshwater Usage in Solar Manufacturing | Solar Power World

Prakash Govindan, COO of Gradiant discusses the critical need for efficient freshwater management in the solar manufacturing industry, highlighting how water-intensive processes are coming under scrutiny as global freshwater resources dwindle. He shares the importance of adopting water conservation technologies within the industry to reduce environmental impact, manage costs, and ensure sustainable production practices amid growing demand.

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April 3, 2024

How Gradiant Became the First and Only Water Tech Unicorn | "(don't) Waste Water"

The journey to becoming the water sector's first unicorn is no small feat. Antoine Walter, host of the (don't) Waste Water podcast, sat down with Gradiant COO and Co-founder Prakash Govindan, to discuss the company's distinctive business model, building a strong company culture, the recent Water Company Of The Year nomination, how to rise to the top in the competitive world of water technology.

External Media

March 21, 2024

Thirsty Fabs | ACM

How the surprising water footprint of semiconductor manufacturing, datacenters, and AI solutions is sparking sustainable development.

External Media

February 6, 2024

The Economic Imperative for Investing in Water | Arabian Business

Massimo Falcioni, serving as the Chief Competitiveness Officer at the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), discusses the critical need for investments in water management and ADIO's dedication to drawing international investments towards AI-enhanced water treatment technologies that support Abu Dhabi's sustainability goals. He highlights the partnership with Gradiant, focusing on their advanced AI-driven water treatment innovations, which are pivotal in addressing various water-related challenges.

External Media

December 19, 2023

Europe Considers Water’s Role in Microelectronics Boom | Global Water Intelligence

Europe is scaling up regional supply chain capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing, with Germany taking the lead. Minimizing the water footprint through innovations in water reuse, MLD/ZLD and AI/ML digital solutions have become top of mind in the design and operation of new fabs in the region. Global Water Intelligence (GWI) met with Gradiant’s H+E Group to discuss the crucial role of water recycling in reducing consumption and the surging growth of semiconductor manufacturing in the region as the European Chips Act takes hold.

Press Release

October 2, 2023

Gradiant Acquires H+E Group, a Leading European Water Technology Company, to Amplify Semiconductor and Industrial Water Expertise

Acquisition expands Gradiant’s portfolio of industrial water technologies and creates springboard for growth in EMEA.

External Media

September 14, 2023

Microchips | BBC All Consuming

In BBC's “All Consuming” podcast on “Microchips”, Anurag Bajpayee, CEO of Gradiant, shares how we're helping semiconductor manufacturers minimize their water footprint by reducing water consumption, reclaiming valuable resources, and renewing wastewater so it can be returned to nature. Anurag’s interview starts at the 8:32 mark.