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/PRNewswire/ -- As the world marks International Water Day 2025, Watergen is at the forefront of this year's mission—Glacier Preservation—by delivering an...
Watergen is at the forefront of providing sustainable water solutions, particularly in disaster relief and for NGOs and the public sector, as highlighted on International Water Day 2025. The company is pioneering Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology, which extracts clean drinking water from the air, offering an independent, off-grid solution. This technology is crucial in areas lacking traditional water infrastructure, such as Yaviza, Panama. Watergens systems are already deployed in over 90 countries, supporting governments, NGOs, and disaster response teams. The company aims to address global water shortages and climate change impacts by providing scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable water solutions.
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Watergen, a startup that develops devices for extracting water from humidity in the air, has announced layoffs of over 30% of its workforce. The layoffs are due to the transfer of the companys development lab to the Emirates. Watergen, owned by Michael Mirilashvili, received previous business promotion from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The company employed around 150 workers before the layoffs.
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Israel's Watergen makes water from air for Syrian refugees
Israeli company Watergen has partnered with the Multifaith Alliance for Syrian Refugees to provide a water-from-air generator to a medical facility in Raqqa, Syria. The ongoing civil war in Syria has left millions of Syrians without access to clean drinking water. Watergens atmospheric water generator uses solar energy to produce up to 6,000 liters of drinking water per day. The generator in Raqqa has been providing fresh drinking water to 500 internally displaced people per day, and more units will be installed in other medical facilities, hospitals, and schools throughout northern Syria.
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Israel's Watergen Provides Water-From-Air Solutions To Syria
Watergen, an Israeli water tech company, has partnered with the Multifaith Alliance For Syrian Refugees to provide a water-from-air generator to a medical facility in Raqqa, Syria. The partnership aims to address the lack of access to safe drinking water caused by the destruction of water facilities during the Syrian conflict. Watergen develops and manufactures various water generators, including models that can produce up to 5,000 liters of clean water per day. The companys CEO, Michael Mirilashvili, expressed pride in participating in the initiative and emphasized Watergens mission to ensure clean drinking water for all. The generator, powered by solar energy, converts moisture from the air into clean drinking water. The first unit installed in a medical facility is already providing fresh drinking water to 500 internally displaced people per day.
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https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-694049
Israeli company Watergen has supplied generators that create drinking water from the air to Abu Dhabi’s National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the largest center in the Middle East. The center is currently hosting the World Future Energy Summit 2022, the leading international business event and exhibition for future energy, clean-tech, and sustainability. Watergen provided and installed fifteen industrial-sized devices throughout the complex, providing clean drinking water to all attendees. This partnership with ADNEC is estimated to be worth several million shekels. Watergen was one of the first Israeli companies to operate in the UAE after the signing of the Abraham Accords.
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https://www.jpost.com/jpost-tech/ford-to-use-israeli-tech-to-offer-water-made-from-air-in-new-rvs-684578
Watergen, an Israeli company, has been selected by Ford Motors to provide built-in water generators in its adventure recreational vehicles. The project, called Mobile Box, is the worlds first vehicle on-board drinking system capable of extracting clean water from ambient air. The Mobile Box will be preinstalled on Ford vehicles and can generate up to 25 liters per day of fresh drinking water. Watergens collaboration with Ford highlights its ambition to become a global automotive supplier. The companys water generators are also made in different sizes to supply water for various settings.
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Watergen Technology in Navajo Nation Water Project in Arizona
Watergens GEN-M water from air generator was installed in the Navajo Nation in Arizona to provide fresh drinking water to the water-stressed region. The project aims to address the dire water crisis faced by the Navajo community. Watergens device will produce up to 211 gallons of clean water per day, and its effectiveness will be monitored for potential expansion across the region. The project was facilitated by various entities and individuals, including storeowner Germaine Simonson, the non-profit organization StandWithUs, and several Navajo-led non-profits. Watergens CEO expressed the companys commitment to solving the drinking water crisis globally.
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https://www.jpost.com/health-science/israel-uae-water-research-institute-to-open-in-abu-dhabi-669808
Watergen, an Israeli water from air technology company, has signed an agreement with UAE-based company Baynunah and Tel Aviv University to develop a water research institute. The partnership aims to commercialize Watergen products in the UAE, Gulf region, and Africa, and increase the deployment of Watergens technology throughout the UAE. The joint venture will provide pure drinking water to residents and address water scarcity in the region. The collaboration is seen as a positive growth opportunity for Watergen and promotes Israeli-Emirati collaboration in research and development.
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Watergen signs deal with UAE's Al Dhara to sell 'water-from-air' units to region
Watergen, an Israeli water-from-air startup, has signed a strategic partnership with Emirati firm Al Dahra to export its solutions to the UAE and other regional countries. The partnership will target various sectors, including agriculture, offices and apartment buildings, hotels, and industrial plants. The agreement demonstrates the possibilities of peace between Israel and the UAE. Watergens technology uses filters to purify air and transform it into clean drinking water. The companys devices can produce up to 5,000 liters of clean drinking water per day. Al Dahra is an Abu Dhabi-based multinational company specializing in agribusiness and supply chain management.
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Israeli drinking-water generator donated to Gaza hospital
Watergen, an Israeli company, has provided an atmospheric water generator (AWG) to Gazas only pediatric cancer hospital, ensuring access to safe drinking water. The transfer of the machine from Israel to Gaza was challenging due to ongoing attacks and limited cross-border activity. Watergen donated the machine to address the urgent need for clean water in the hospital. The AWG can produce up to 800 liters of clean water per day and will soon be connected to solar panels for power. Watergen has previously sent AWGs to Gaza as part of its mission to provide clean water worldwide. The company aims to address the drinking water crisis and collaborate with neighboring countries. Watergens AWG models are installed in numerous countries, often in partnership with humanitarian organizations.
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Watergen: turning air into drinking water
Israeli company Watergen has developed technology that uses humidity in the air to create clean drinking water. Their atmospheric water generators have been deployed in various countries and have the potential to provide fresh water worldwide. The generators come in different sizes and can be used in different settings, from towns and villages to schools and hospitals. Watergens technology is more energy-efficient than other available solutions, generating clean drinking water at a lower cost. The company has also donated their generators to help in disaster areas and natural disasters. They aim to provide a renewable source of high-quality drinking water to people globally.
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Israeli tech supplies drinking water to Gazan neighbors
Watergen, an Israel-based company, has started supplying water to a Gazan neighborhood using its water-from-air machine. The machine can generate up to 800 liters of water per day. Gaza has been facing a depleting water supply, with 90% of the water not fit for consumption. Watergens GEN-M unit provides an inexpensive method for acquiring freshwater and requires only electricity, which can be sourced from solar panels. The machine was placed in Gaza through cooperation between Watergen, Israels Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, the Palestinian NGO Damour for Community Development, and the Abasan al-Kabira municipality.
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Israeli Water-From-Air Tech Firm To Launch Solar-Powered Home Generator
Israeli company Watergen has developed a solar-powered version of its at-home water generator called Solar Genny. The device, which runs on solar energy, is suitable for remote locations with unreliable electricity access. The Solar Genny can generate up to 13 liters of water per day. Watergens original at-home water appliance, the Genny, was featured in TIME magazines best inventions of 2019 and retails for $1,500. The company aims to revolutionize the water consumption industry by eliminating plastic bottles and providing continuous access to clean drinking water. Watergen also develops larger-scale atmospheric water generators and emergency response vehicles for disaster relief and humanitarian aid operations.
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Water-from-air startup awarded Smart Home Mark of Excellence at CES Las Vegas
Israeli startup Watergen has been named winner of the Energy Efficiency Product of the Year in the 2020 Smart Home Mark of Excellence Awards at CES for its GENNY product. GENNY is a water-from-air system for homes and offices that eliminates the need for bottled water and reduces plastic use. The system creates water from air, providing a constant supply of high-quality drinking water. Watergens GENNY also functions as a home air purifier. The company was founded in 2009 and uses patented technology to create drinking water.
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Israeli machine converts air into water for Colombians
Watergens GEN-M atmospheric water generator is providing purified drinking water to the residents of El Talento, Colombia. The technology, which collects ambient air and uses heat-exchange technology to create water, is being showcased as a solution for communities lacking access to clean water. Watergens partner in Colombia, TX Solutions, is receiving high interest in acquiring GEN-M machines to help other communities. The GEN-M will also be transported to La Guajira to benefit the communities in that region.
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Uzbekistan Signs Deal With Israeli Water-From-Air Firm To Fight Water Shortage
Watergen, an Israel-based water generator firm, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the government of Uzbekistan to provide clean drinking water using its patented technology. Thousands of Watergens Gen-M atmospheric water generators (AWGs) will be deployed to towns and cities in Uzbekistan facing water shortages. The Gen-M can produce up to 800 liters of water per day and requires only a source of electricity to operate. Uzbekistan, a doubly landlocked country, has relied on rivers for freshwater, but the construction of hydro-power dams by neighboring countries has limited its access. Watergens technology uses heat-exchange GENius tech to cool collected air and create clean water. The companys goal is to revolutionize the water consumption industry.
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Monaco palace installs Israeli water-from-air technology
Monacos Prince Albert II installed a Watergen machine in his palace to produce clean drinking water. The installation was part of the launch of the Combat Pollution Initiative, which aims to use Israeli technologies to fight pollution in the Mediterranean region. Watergens machine can produce up to 900 liters of drinking water daily. The companys technology has been installed in various countries and has been used in events like the World Cup. The GENNY unit for home use was nominated for awards at the 2019 CES show.
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Israeli technology chosen to ease Lake Chad water crisis
Watergen, an Israeli company, will deploy its atmospheric water generator in Nigeria to address the freshwater crisis in the Chad Basin. The portable unit extracts and purifies water from the air, requiring only a source of power and at least 30 percent humidity. Watergen units have already been installed in several countries, and the company plans to expand its operations in Africa. The International Association for the Advancement of Innovative Approaches to Global Challenges (GloCha) is interested in setting up a Watergen factory in Nigeria to provide development support and create jobs. Charitable organizations will purchase one unit for testing and research purposes.
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https://www.jpost.com/Jpost-Tech/Business-and-Innovation/Watergen-partners-with-Flint-Michigan-where-water-quality-is-third-world-596049
Israeli company Watergen has partnered with the community of Flint, Michigan to provide a large-scale solution for drinking water. Watergen uses a dehumidification apparatus to create water out of thin air, eliminating the need for plastic water bottles. The company aims to bring this technology to every school in Flint to ensure the safety of children. Watergens solution has already been implemented in over 25 countries and has won the Bill Ford Better World Challenge. The company believes it has the potential to become one of the largest companies in the world within the next 10 years.
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Israeli Technology by Watergen Selected to Fight Severe Drought in South Africa
Watergen, an Israel-based company, has been chosen by World Vision South Africa to launch a mobile water generation project in the Eastern Cape. The project aims to provide clean drinking water to communities affected by severe drought. Watergens GEN-350 atmospheric water generator will be used to produce up to 900 liters of pure water per day. The project has received a $200,000 grant from Ford Motor Company Fund and an additional $130,000 from Ford Research and Advanced Engineering. Watergens efforts to provide clean water globally have earned the company recognition, including a place on the World Economic Forums list of technology pioneers in 2018.
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Watergen provides Uzbekistan orphans with water from air
Watergen, an Israel-based company, is providing clean water to an orphanage in Bukhara, Uzbekistan using its GEN-350 atmospheric water generator. The city has been experiencing water shortages, and the unit was installed as part of a test pilot requested by Uzbekistans water utility company. The results have been positive, and the utility company has requested additional pilots in other regions of Uzbekistan. Watergen has previously installed units in Sierra Leone and California.
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Israeli tech provides drinking water to Sierra Leone kids
Watergen, an Israeli technology company, is providing safe drinking water to St. Joseph School girls in Sierra Leone through their atmospheric water generator, GEN-350. The generator can produce up to 900 liters of water per day by purifying atmospheric moisture. Watergen has been recognized by the World Economic Forum for its efforts to provide fresh water globally. The GEN-350 unit in Sierra Leone was purchased by a group of donors and a local NGO from SL Watergen, a national distributor. Watergen is currently operating in many African countries and plans to expand further. Sierra Leone faces water pollution issues due to mining and chemicals used in agriculture, resulting in contaminated water sources and water-borne infections.
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Watergen Announces New Automotive Division That Will Change the Transportation Industry Forever
Watergen, a leader in atmospheric water generation technology, is debuting its revolutionary drinking water technology at CES in January 2019. The technology provides clean drinking water in any vehicle using atmospheric water generation. Watergens automotive division is collaborating with leading car manufacturers to research and implement this technology in their vehicles. The technology cools the air, removes toxins and humidity, and generates clean water, improving vehicle efficiency and climate control. Watergen has been recognized at CES 2019 for its home/office atmospheric water generator. The company distributes water generators, emergency response vehicles, and home/office appliances globally. Watergen is the only atmospheric water generation company that has undergone rigorous testing by the EPA. The article does not mention any specific partners, customers, investment or acquisition amounts, layoffs, or the date of the event.
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Israeli machine that pulls water out of thin air sent to fire-plagued California
Watergen USA, an Israeli company, has sent its atmospheric water generator called the GEN-350 to northern California to provide clean drinking water for US police and firefighters battling the Camp Fire. The machine can produce up to 156 gallons of water per day and is transportable. Watergens initiative to provide clean drinking water earned the company recognition on the World Economic Forums list of top technology pioneers in 2018.
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EPA, Israeli Company Partner On 'Water From Air' Tech
Water-Gen, an Israeli company, has signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop advanced mobile water generators that extract drinking water from the air. The technology, called GENius, is known for its efficiency and uses less energy than traditional air conditioners. Water-Gens generators can reportedly produce water for about 2 cents per liter. The agreement with the EPA is part of their initiative to test and evaluate new technologies for improving access to potable water during shortages or contamination events. Water-Gens atmospheric water generators have the potential to provide clean fresh water to millions of people worldwide.
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EPA signs agreement with Israeli company recommended by Sheldon Adelson
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has signed a research agreement with Israeli company Water-Gen, which produces atmospheric water generators capable of creating drinkable water out of air. The partnership was facilitated by Republican mega-donor Sheldon Adelson. Water-Gens technology was mentioned in Prime Minister Netanyahus speech before the annual AIPAC conference this year. Water-gen is owned by Mikhael Mirilashvili, an Israeli billionaire who also serves as the companys president.
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TATA Enters Partnership with Israeli Water Generation Company Water-Gen
TATA Projects Ltd. has signed an agreement with Water-Gen Ltd. to run a pilot program for water production in India. The agreement was signed during a state visit to India by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Water-Gen develops and manufactures atmospheric water generators (AWG) that can extract clean drinking water from the air. TATA and Water-Gen will create a joint entity in India to oversee local manufacture and installation of AWG units. The pilot program will install mid-size GEN-350G units. This partnership aims to address the water shortage and lack of water infrastructure in India.
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https://www.dezeen.com/2017/12/21/watergen-machine-extracts-water-from-air-used-humanitarian-efforts-technology-design/
Water-gen, a company that produces machines to extract water from the air, is now collaborating with military disaster-relief units and NGOs to provide clean drinking water in emergency situations and areas with water scarcity. The companys air-to-water technology is energy-efficient and can produce up to 6,000 liters of drinking water. Water-gen has assisted in relief efforts after hurricanes and has plans to establish water farms run off solar power. The company aims to improve the lives of billions and save the lives of millions around the world through its immediate solution to water scarcity.
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Miami Gardens Partners With Israeli Start-Up That Turns Air into Clean Water
Miami Gardens has partnered with WaterGen, Inc., an Israel-based start-up, to launch a pilot program that uses technology to create water out of thin air. WaterGen has developed an energy-efficient air-to-water generating unit that can produce up to 1,000 gallons of clean water. The goal is to provide clean drinking water in the event of power outages or storm damage. WaterGen plans to make home units available in the United States by the end of the year. The partnership with WaterGen allows Miami Gardens to showcase its commitment to creating change and improving the community.
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http://www.jpost.com/Business-and-Innovation/Tech/US-Army-drill-uses-Israeli-tech-to-extract-water-from-air-at-disaster-sites-490801
Israeli firm Water-Gen participated in a US Army drill, testing its ability to generate water out of thin air and provide a constant supply of water to rescue workers and victims. The companys technology works by trapping humid air inside a device, cleaning and drying the air, and extracting clean water. Water-Gens medium-sized water generators were stationed at the disaster site and proved valuable in maintaining a steady water supply. The companys technology is more affordable than other systems as it uses a plastic heat exchanger. Water-Gen was the only Israeli private sector participant in the simulation, along with other emergency response units.
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Extracting Water From Air, Israeli Company Water-Gen Looks To Quench Global Thirst
Water-Gen, an Israeli company that captures humidity to make drinking water from air, is experiencing positive growth. The company was bought by Russian-Israeli entrepreneur Michael Mirilashvili and has high-profile advocates, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz. Water-Gens potential for growth is seen as endless, with the belief that water from air is the next source of water for the world. The companys technology uses filters to purify air, extracting its humidity and transforming it into clean drinking water. Water scarcity is a major global issue, and Water-Gens technology aims to address this problem.
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Israel's Water-Gen to foray into India this year
Water-Gen, an Israeli water purification firm, is planning to enter the Indian market this year. The company aims to generate a revenue of one billion USD from its Indian operations in the next five to six years. Water-Gen is in talks with domestic companies in India for partnerships and plans to set up a manufacturing and R&D center in the country. The company specializes in generating drinking water from air and offers water purification solutions. It aims to reduce dependence on water bodies for clean drinking water production. Water-Gen, which has been selling its products to defense customers, now aims to sell to civilian customers in India.
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Liquid asset: The Israeli startup that turns air into water
Water-Gen, an Israeli startup, has developed technology that manufactures clean drinking water from the air and polluted water. The companys products have applications in both military and civilian markets, and have the potential to address the growing global water shortage. Water-Gen has received recognition and awards for its innovative technology, and recently received a significant investment from Mikhael Mirilashvil. The company is focused on expanding into the civilian market, with India being a key target due to its hot and humid climate and poor water infrastructure.
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This Gadget Makes Gallons of Drinking Water Out of Air
Israeli startup Water-Gen has developed a portable water generator that extracts water from the air. The generator-powered device can produce up to 450 gallons of clean water a day for as little as eight cents a gallon. It is gaining traction in the military sector and is being tested by armed forces from seven countries. Water-Gens units are more energy efficient as they reuse the cool air generated while converting water vapors to liquid. The company is also working on adapting the technology for personal use in clothes dryers and dehumidifiers. Prices for the units start at $18,000.
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This machine makes drinking water from thin air - CNN
Israeli company Water-Gen has developed a device for extracting water from air, offering a potential solution to the global water crisis. The companys water generator, which uses an energy-efficient heat exchanger to chill air and condense water vapor, can produce 250-800 liters of potable water per day. Water-Gens technology has already been adopted by the military in seven countries and has the potential to benefit the general population, particularly in developing countries. The company also offers a portable water purification system called Spring, which can filter 180 liters of water and is used by the Israel Defense Forces. Water-Gens solutions aim to provide clean water and save lives in areas affected by water scarcity.
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Israeli Technology Turns Air Into Drinking Water For Troops
Israeli company Water-Gen specializes in water generation and treatment technologies integrated with military vehicles and ground units. Their technology extracts water from the ambient air humidity and turns it into drinking water. The system can produce 10-20 gallons of pure drinking water a day, even in harsh weather conditions. The company has wide-scale pending patents for their systems and technology. Water-Gen hopes to implement the technology not just in the military but also in water-scarce regions around the world. The United States, India, the UK, Spain, and the UN Refugee Agency have already shown interest in their products.
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