Unlocking Growth Through Funding: How Aqua Pure Technologies Secured $720,000 from Emissions Reduction Alberta

Funding Catalyst

February 13, 2025

Unlocking Growth Through Funding: How Aqua Pure Technologies Secured $720,000 from Emissions Reduction Alberta

For high-growth ventures, securing funding isn’t just about finding the right opportunities, it’s about knowing how to navigate them efficiently. Our Funding Catalyst team partners with founders to identify, prioritize, and execute applications for non-dilutive funding that fuels business growth.

One recent success story? Aqua Pure Technologies, an innovative company specializing in industrial water treatment, secured $720,000 from Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) with our support. Here’s how it happened and why our approach makes a difference for ventures looking to scale.

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The Challenge: Raising Awareness of their Technology in the Oil and Gas Sector

Aqua Pure Technologies develops cutting-edge ultrafiltration solutions to help industries, including oil and gas, recycle water more efficiently. However, securing funding and industry recognition in such a highly regulated sector was challenging.

Their team knew that pursuing grants could provide crucial funding, but navigating the searching and application process—and ensuring their project stood out—was daunting. That’s when they turned to Thin Air Labs’ Funding Catalyst team.

The Solution: Strategic Funding Guidance from Start to Finish

From the very first meeting, our team worked alongside Aqua Pure’s leadership to pinpoint the right funding strategy.

  • Strategic Fit Analysis: After exploring multiple non-dilutive opportunities, we determined that ERA’s program was the best fit for their objectives and technology.
  • Application Execution: We guided Aqua Pure through the entire grant application process, helping them refine their messaging, align with ERA’s priorities, and optimize their proposal.
  • Industry Engagement: We provided key insights on how to communicate effectively with program administrators, ensuring their application had a strong chance of success.
“Our experience with Thin Air Labs was phenomenal. [Funding Catalyst]Kristina took a deep interest in understanding our technology and its impact, and her expertise was invaluable in guiding us through the process,” said Jennifer Demmery from Aqua Pure Technologies.

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The Results: $720,000 in Funding & Industry Recognition

After a rigorous application process and strategic positioning, Aqua Pure Technologies was awarded $720,000 from ERA to trial their water recycling technology in partnership with Artis Exploration. The total project is valued at $1,450,000. 

But the success didn’t stop there. Aqua Pure’s achievement led to high-profile recognition, including a meeting with Alberta’s Minister of Environment, Rebecca Schulz, and ERA’s CEO, Justin Reimer. The funding not only validated their technology but also positioned them as a leader in sustainable water solutions for oil and gas companies.

“This funding is a game-changer. It allows us to demonstrate our technology’s impact on water recycling and emissions reduction while building credibility in the oil and gas sector,” Jennifer Demmery shared.

Why Work with the Funding Catalyst Team?

Aqua Pure Technologies’ story is one of many successful outcomes we help high-growth ventures achieve. Here’s why companies partner with Thin Air Labs’ Funding Catalyst team:

Expert Navigation – We demystify complex funding landscapes, helping ventures secure the right opportunities efficiently.

End-to-End Support – From identifying programs to crafting winning applications and guiding industry engagement, we’re with you every step of the way.

Proven Results – With $60+ million secured for ventures across industries, we know what it takes to win funding and drive growth.

Ready to Fund Your Next Project?

If you’re a high-growth company looking to secure funding efficiently and effectively, let’s talk. Our team is here to help you unlock the non-dilutive capital you need to scale.

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