Zero-Carbon Desalination & Sustainable Brine Concentration for Resource Recovery by Trevi Systems' John Webley

In this Interview, we meet John Webley who is the Founder and CEO of Trevi Systems, a Water Treatment Technology Company based in California. Trevi Systems specializes in forward osmosis technology, designed to tackle some of the toughest water treatment challenges, from oil and gas production to agricultural runoff.

ONE-LINER:

"Trevi Systems is here to tackle the world's most contaminated water sources with groundbreaking solutions."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss John’s Pitch for Trevi Systems and their forward osmosis technology, which you can find on the video from [4:45] to [15:45].

Discussion:

After the pitch, we discuss:

• The development and application of Trevi's forward osmosis technology, which leverages a unique draw solution to treat highly contaminated water sources such as oil and gas water, mining runoff, and agricultural wastewater.
• The challenges of bringing innovative water treatment solutions to market, including navigating complex regulatory landscapes and convincing customers of the value of new technologies.
• The importance of sustainability and resilience in water treatment, particularly in the context of climate change and the increasing pressure on water resources.

Insights:

At [19:29], John reflects on how quickly industry trends can shift, sharing his experience of how PFAS (forever chemicals) suddenly became a top priority, highlighting the need for adaptability in the water sector.

Advice:

At [48:05], John advises water tech entrepreneurs to cultivate patience, emphasizing that developing and scaling water technologies is a long-term commitment that requires resilience and perseverance.