VitalFluid develops Plasma Activated Water (PAW) applications as a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides and fertilizers. The company works with greenhouse growers and has deployed its plasma systems to run 24/7 at multiple sites across the U.S., Europe and Africa. Founded in 2014 and based in Eindhoven, VitalFluid focuses on commercializing PAW technologies for the horticulture sector. The recent financing will be used to accelerate market introduction. The article does not disclose revenue or other financial operating metrics. VitalFluid develops Plasma Activated Water (PAW), a "lightning water" produced by exposing air and water to plasma to dissolve reactive oxygen and nitrogen into the water, creating disinfecting properties and a natural nitrate fertiliser. The company positions PAW as a way to reduce chemical pesticides and offer an alternative to artificial fertilisers, and describes initial effects including short-term disinfection followed by nutrient value. VitalFluid plans to focus on agricultural applications such as natural nitrogen supply, seed treatment, plant health, and water treatment (pH control), while also exploring medical and cleaning domains. The proceeds from recent fundraising will be used to accelerate development of its plasma technology, expand R&D, and scale the organisation to supply more machines to horticulturists. The company says the process requires only water, air and electricity and can be fully circular when powered by sustainable energy. Founded from collaboration with Eindhoven University of Technology, the business emphasizes local knowledge development in electrical, biological and chemical domains.

Total raised

$8M

Funding rounds

2

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Equity

Latest activity

Apr 2024