In-Home Black and Grey Wastewater Electrochemical Treatment with NOAH Water Solutions' Rik Van Meirhaeghe

In this Interview, we meet Rik Van Meirhaeghe who is the Founder and CEO of NOAH Water Solutions, a Water Technology Startup based in Belgium. NOAH Water Solutions is innovating in wastewater treatment with a unique electrochemistry technology designed for on-site, small-scale applications.

ONE-LINER:

"NOAH Water Solutions is closing the water loop with our innovative, small-scale wastewater treatment technology that reduces freshwater consumption and greenhouse gas emissions."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss Rik’s Pitch for NOAH Water Solutions and their unique approach to wastewater treatment, which you can find on the video from [4:04] to [14:21].

Discussion:

After the pitch, we discuss:

• The development of NOAH’s electrochemical reactor technology, which treats wastewater at the source, minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and reducing the environmental impact of waste management.
• The broad range of applications for NOAH’s technology, including sanitation in remote areas, the marine sector, and off-grid living.
• The challenges and opportunities in bringing this innovative technology to market, including the need for strategic partnerships and investment to scale production.

Insights:

At [35:11], Rik discusses the potential for NOAH’s technology to provide scalable, sustainable sanitation solutions in areas where traditional infrastructure is lacking.

Advice:

At [47:30], Rik advises entrepreneurs to focus on gradual development and value-based engineering, highlighting the importance of patient capital and strategic scaling in the water sector.