This National Science Foundation (NSF) Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award of $304,996 was granted to Aeris Water Technologies, LLC, a minority-owned small business located in Atlanta, Georgia. The project aims to develop an advanced atmospheric water extraction (AWE) device that can efficiently produce 1-1.5 gallons of potable water within 12 hours under ambient conditions, even in environments with low humidity. The project will focus on optimizing the AWE adsorbent material, modeling the heat transfer system, and testing different device form factors to create a commercially viable solution that addresses global water scarcity and offers significant energy efficiency improvements over existing humidity control technologies. This innovation has the potential to contribute to water and energy security by advancing AWE materials and devices for potable water production and more sustainable HVAC systems.
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