Affordable, Low-Footprint PFAS Removal for Utilities and Aquaculture with Searen Vacuum Air Lift Technology's Emmanuel Briquet

In this Interview, we meet Emmanuel Briquet who is the CEO of Searen LLC, a Water Technology Startup based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Searen LLC is pioneering the Vacuum Air Lift (VAL) technology, a multifunctional water treatment system designed to make water treatment more sustainable and accessible.

ONE-LINER:

"Our mission is to transform water treatment, making it sustainable and accessible for all with our innovative Vacuum Air Lift technology."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss Emmanuel’s Pitch for Searen LLC and their VAL technology, which you can find on the video from [2:23] to [3:06].

Discussion:

After the pitch, we discuss:

• The development of the Vacuum Air Lift (VAL) technology and its applications in aquaculture, municipal, and industrial water treatment, including the treatment of emerging contaminants like PFAS.
• Searen’s success in deploying over 150 VAL units worldwide and its ongoing pivot to address larger markets such as municipal and industrial water treatment.
• The importance of partnerships and collaboration with technology and commercial partners to scale the adoption of VAL in various water treatment segments.

Insights:

At [35:56], Emmanuel shares his experience at the WaterPitch event in Cincinnati, emphasizing the value of connecting with peers, potential investors, and partners in a non-salesy, collaborative environment.

Advice:

At [38:27], Emmanuel advises water startups to persevere through challenges, remain committed to their vision, and seek out partners who can provide the expertise and support needed to bring innovative technologies to market.