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VayuJal Technologies Private Limited

IIT Madras

Founded with a mission to tackle India’s pressing clean water scarcity, VayuJal Technologies from IIT Madras, has made significant strides in developing atmospheric water generation solutions. Through advanced micro-nano structured surfaces, their Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) extract potable water directly from the air, offering a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional water sources.

At its inception, VayuJal set out with a broad vision to provide water solutions across diverse sectors—from rural villages lacking reliable sources to urban households reliant on municipal supply. However, the team initially faced uncertainty in identifying the most viable market segment for their technology.

The I-NCUBATE Program at GDC proved instrumental in guiding this journey. Customer discovery exercises facilitated deep engagement with potential users, revealing critical challenges such as unreliable local water distribution and the prohibitive cost of transporting water to remote areas. These insights played a vital role in refining VayuJal’s business model and sharpening their focus on high-impact markets.

The program’s support extended beyond market identification to enhancing product-market fit. Interaction with diverse sectors—including biotech laboratories and power manufacturing companies—highlighted the inefficiencies of conventional water supply methods and the high operational costs borne by these users. Armed with this knowledge, VayuJal strategically pivoted towards the drinking water segment, uncovering new avenues for innovation. They also addressed system inefficiencies such as excessive reject water volumes, leading to product refinements that improved overall effectiveness and relevance.

VayuJal’s patented micro-nano surface engineering, modular purification, and re-mineralization technologies exemplify their commitment to delivering energy-efficient, scalable water solutions. Their offerings cater to water-intensive industries, off-grid communities, government bodies, NGOs, and households, positioning VayuJal as a transformative player in the clean water landscape.

The journey through I-NCUBATE has been pivotal in shaping VayuJal Technologies—from conceptualizing cutting-edge water generation to evolving into a viable, impactful enterprise dedicated to solving global water challenges.