This startup develops technologies to detect and remove human-made chemical contaminants from essential resources like water and food. Their solutions aim to provide access to safe, uncontaminated resources for everyone.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Contamination of drinking water by PFAS and microplastics poses a significant threat to public health, potentially introducing harmful substances into the food chain. Current water filtration technologies may not effectively or sustainably remove these emerging contaminants.
Solution
Sequestro develops and commercializes sustainable water filtration technologies designed to remove PFAS and microplastics from drinking water. The company's approach combines research from the University of Michigan with industry expertise to create filtration devices based on sustainably sourced materials. Sequestro's filtration technology utilizes functionalized wood pulp to capture and remove contaminants, providing access to cleaner and safer drinking water. The company aims to provide high-quality, effective water filtration solutions that improve personal health and promote a contamination-free future.
Target Audience
Sequestro's primary customers are individuals, families, and communities concerned about PFAS and microplastic contamination in their drinking water, as well as organizations seeking sustainable water filtration solutions.
Features
- Filtration devices utilizing functionalized wood pulp for PFAS and microplastic capture
- Sustainable materials sourcing to minimize environmental impact
- University of Michigan-developed technology with patented core innovations
- Customer-centric product design for ease of use
- Focus on removing emerging contaminants from drinking water