Aquagga, Inc.

Aquagga completely destroys toxic PFAS 'forever chemicals' with our cleantech in mobile deployable containerized systems.

  • Stage Prototype Ready
  • Industry Clean Technology
  • Location Tacoma, WA, USA
  • Currency USD
  • Founded August 2019
  • Employees 9
  • Incorporation Type C-corp
  • Website aquagga.com

Company Summary

Aquagga is a multi-award-winning cleantech hardware startup spun out of the University of Alaska and the University of Washington, our containerized systems completely destroy persistent water contaminants known as PFAS "forever chemicals", an emerging contaminant affecting 99.8% of Americans. We have multiple patents, a rockstar team, and a clear focus on creating a positive social and environmental impact with our venture scale business.

Team

  • CTO & Co-Founder

    Dr. Brian Pinkard has previously spearheaded efforts at the University of Washington to develop mobile hydrothermal systems for the destruction of bulk chemical weapon stockpiles. Brian is a widely published expert in the field of hydrothermal processing.

  • CEO & Co-Founder

    Nigel is a proven serial entrepreneur, with close ties to the Colorado and Alaskan startup ecosystems. Holds a Masters in Mechanical Engineering. Has been the Entrepreneur in Residence at multiple US academic institutions and specializes in early startup growth. Highly aligned to now build a business that also has integral social/environmental impact goals.

  • COO & Co-Founder

    Chris Woodruff has a wide breadth of engineering and project management experience spanning the aerospace, consumer electronics, and construction industries. His volunteer work with Engineers Without Borders piqued his interest in projects geared toward making a social and environmental impact. Chris holds a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington with a background in system automation and controls.

Advisors

Previous Investors

  • Scott Bell
    Unconfirmed
    Steve Strickler
    Unconfirmed
  • Gary Klopfer
    Unconfirmed
    University of Washington
    Unconfirmed
    Don Morrison
    Unconfirmed

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