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Innovation zero awards 2024
29 April - 1 May 2024, London
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been selected as finalists for the Innovation Zero Awards! It’s an honor to stand among fellow sustainability leaders in paving the way towards a NetZero future. This recognition means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for the acknowledgment!
EIC Ambassador
18-21 March 2024, Belgium:
We are honored to announce our CEO, George Brik, has been selected as an Ambassador for the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). This role marks a significant milestone, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the forefront of innovation in Europe.
"A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported me on my journey. I'm eager to embark on this new chapter, aiming to make a meaningful impact in the innovation ecosystem by bridging European innovation with global partners and perspectives. " - George Brik
BFWE Innovation Award 2023
12 October 2023, Bologna
A panel of experts from academia, associations, and industry carefully curated innovations in product, process, and service from companies and startups across water, energy, and drone technology sectors.
Among the novelties awarded, was our patented SonixED technology for water conservation.
GLOBAL PRICE IN DESALINATION
30 September 2023, Saudi Arabia:
We are honored to have received the Special Mention Award at the prestigious Global Prize for Innovation in Desalination.
A sincere thank you to Yousef Yousef, Benjamin Tam, Manal Al Madi, Todd Leyland, Neil Reynolds, and SWCC_KSA for their tireless efforts in ensuring the success of this event. Beyond just an award ceremony, it was a profoundly enriching experience; a gathering of brilliant minds and undoubtedly one of the most memorable events we've had the privilege to attend.
HYDROVOLTA GAINING SIGNIFICANT VISIBILITY THANKS TO BLUEINVEST
27 March 2023, Europe:
"HydroVolta is a Belgian start-up that proposes a sustainable method of producing drinking water from seawater, addressing the global water shortage in an economical and ecological way. Through the EU BlueInvest Readiness Assistance programme, the start-up developed a better understanding of the financial concepts essential for its growth. In addition, HydroVolta gained visibility from the BlueInvest events and pitching sessions, meeting prospective investors and networking with potential customers."
Article: Fresh-water scarcity prompts hunt for more from the air and sea
07 November 2022, Horizon Magazine:
"We will need to treat saline water so people can drink it and industry can use it,’ said George Brik, chief executive officer of HydroVolta. ‘But with the current technologies, desalination requires high investments and high operational costs. On top of that, existing technology uses high amounts of energy and chemicals."
Belgium to extract drinking water from the sea in 2026
11 August 2022, Brussels times:
"In Nieuwpoort, Belgian companies will soon draw water from the sea in order to create clean drinking water, according to Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws. The technology to do this already exists, but Belgian start-up HydroVolta is the only company in the world to have made the process cheaper and more ecological on a larger scale."
