Real-Time Detection of Metals in Water for Mining, Oil & Gas, and Other High Impact Industries with 2S Water's Anthea Sargeaunt

In this Interview, we meet Anthea Sargeaunt who is the CEO and Co-Founder of 2S Water, a Water Technology Startup based in Edmonton, Alberta. 2S Water has developed the AquaValid Sensor, an innovative device for real-time detection and quantification of multiple metals in water, designed primarily for mining and other extractive industries.

ONE-LINER:

"We’re revolutionizing water monitoring with technology that delivers immediate, reliable data on metal contamination."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss Anthea’s Pitch for 2S Water and the AquaValid Sensor, which you can find on the video from [4:29] to [13:00].

Discussion:

After the pitch, we discuss:

• The inspiration behind 2S Water, which originated from the need to address metal contamination in water, a major issue in Alberta’s oil and gas sector as well as in municipal water systems.
• The development of the AquaValid Sensor, which connects directly to water sources and provides continuous, real-time data on metal concentrations, offering a faster, more precise alternative to traditional lab testing.
• The sensor’s applications in machinery maintenance, process optimization, and tailings and effluent monitoring, particularly in industries where metal contamination poses significant operational and environmental risks.

Insights:

At [13:29], Anthea highlights the importance of real-time data in optimizing water processes and the potential for integrating AI and big data into water management systems in the future.

Advice:

At [19:47], Anthea advises aspiring water entrepreneurs to engage with potential clients and investors early and often, stressing the value of building relationships and understanding the industry’s unique challenges.