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External Media

May 17, 2023

Rising Tide for $1 Billion Water Startup | Financial Times

Financial Times’ Moral Money meets with Gradiant’s CEO Anurag Bajpayee to discuss the importance of financing climate change technology, stating now is the time to invest in clean water.

External Media

May 17, 2023

Gradiant Raises $225M to Become a Wastewater Unicorn | Axios

Axios reports on Gradiant becoming a wastewater unicorn with its recent Series D funding round, their impressive valuation in the wastewater industry, as well as plans for expansion in Europe and the Middle East.

Press Release

May 17, 2023

Gradiant Raises $225 Million to Accelerate Business Expansion

Gradiant, a global leader in advanced water and wastewater treatment, announced the close of $225 million in Series D financing, led by BoltRock Holdings and Centaurus Capital. With total funding now exceeding $400 million and a $1 billion valuation, the company will expand across strategic markets, the Middle East, and Europe, and boost R&D to meet booming industrial water demands.

News & Insights

May 10, 2023

Gradiant Wins “Desalination Company of the Year” at the 2023 Global Water Summit

Gradiant has been awarded Desalination Company of the Year at the 2023 Global Water Summit in Berlin, recognizing its commercial success, global growth, and digital solutions across industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant is recognized for the end-to-end water treatment and its innovative solutions to reduce water usage, minimize wastewater discharge, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater.

Press Release

May 2, 2023

Gradiant Advances Sustainability in Mining Through Partnerships with SLB, Rio Tinto and an Australian Global Mining Company

Gradiant has partnered with SLB, Rio Tinto, and an Australian mining company to enhance productivity and sustainability in their mining operations by reducing carbon and water footprints. Utilizing proprietary RO Infinity membranes and SmartOps AI, Gradiant is recovering critical minerals—lithium, nickel, cobalt—from U.S. and Western Australian operations, achieving faster and cost-effective extraction.

News & Insights

April 14, 2023

Gradiant Named Finalist at 2023 Global Water Awards

Global Water Intelligence recently released finalists for the 2023 Global Water Awards, and Gradiant is proud to be shortlisted for the Desalination Company of the Year Award. The accolade recognizes international water industry achievements and rewards initiatives in water, wastewater, and desalination that advance the sector through innovative technology, adoption, and impact.

News & Insights

April 12, 2023

Gradiant Unveils New Identity to Mark the Next Era of Growth

Gradiant announced the launch of a true branding as a renewal of their founders’ original vision. At the heart is a calibration of Gradiant’s vision, a new visual identity, and a new website – to underscore where Gradiant is today, and where we are heading. Water is our most precious resource.

News & Insights

March 17, 2023

Forbes Names Gradiant Among America’s Best Startup Employers for 2023

Gradiant has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Startup Employers 2023, recognizing its commitment to employee satisfaction, innovation, and company growth. With over 900 employees globally, Gradiant continues to lead in sustainable water treatment solutions while cultivating an empowering workplace culture.