Anna Shepelenko COO of Boreal Light

From 8 Million to 8 Billion – Clean Water with Solar-Powered Desalination: Boreal Light

Clean water is becoming increasingly scarce. That’s the reality we live in. But one company is breaking new ground with its innovative approach called “hydration salvation.” And you’re probably thinking, “What on earth does that mean?!” Well, let’s dive in and say hi to Boreal Light, a Berlin-based startup on a mission to transform access to clean water through groundbreaking technology.

“We specialize in sustainable water solutions, particularly through our innovative solar-powered water desalination technology,” Boreal Light’s COO Anna Shepelenko explains (while sipping the cleanest glass of water you’ve ever seen).

Boreal Light Co-Founders Ali Al-Hakim and Hamed Beheshti
Boreal Light Co-Founders Ali Al-Hakim and Hamed Beheshti

Quenching Thirst, Saving the Planet

Their vision is crystal clear (pun absolutely intended): to lead the transition to sustainable water management practices. They’re not only providing water but pouring a tall glass of environmental responsibility with a splash of innovation.

“We are providing hygiene drinking water to over 8 million people worldwide, and we want to grow that number,” Anna says, as if delivering an everyday fact, despite the impressive scale of what they’ve already achieved. It’s evident that for Boreal Light, this is just the start of something bigger (like clean water for 8 billion people) and they’re already making some serious waves.

boreal light
boreal light

Solar-Powered Sorcery

But how does this magic work? Boreal Light’s secret sauce lies in their patented technology that uses solar energy without batteries. It’s like they’ve cracked the code to sustainable hydration – no ancient relics required, just a whole lot of cutting-edge science.

This battery-free approach isn’t simply a fancy party trick. It makes their systems more affordable, sustainable, and low-maintenance. It’s the trifecta of water solutions – the Triple Crown of H2O, if you will.

Boreal Light deslination system
Boreal Light deslination system

Making Waves Across the Globe

Boreal Light cannonballed themselves right into the water of global impact, partnering with heavy hitters like OXFAM, UNICEF, and UNIDO. They’re also rubbing elbows with government agencies and academic institutions like they’ve got VIP passes to the sustainability club.

These partnerships have allowed Boreal Light to expand their reach quicker than water evaporates in the Sahara – providing not only water but building a global network of hydration heroes.

Boreal Light COO Anna Shepelenko
Boreal Light COO Anna Shepelenko

The Future is Fluid

When it comes to goals, Boreal Light isn’t just thinking about tomorrow – they’re planning for a future where clean water isn’t a luxury but normal for everyone. Short-term, they’re focused on scaling current projects and expanding into new regions like Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Long-term? Oh, just casually aiming to “become a global leader in sustainable water solutions, empowering communities and fostering a more sustainable future.”

boreal light
boreal light

Join the Hydration Nation

You don’t need to be a scientist or a solar panel expert to be a part of the water revolution. Anna suggests spreading awareness of their mission, engaging with them on social media, or participating in fundraising efforts. It’s not only bringing people together but forging partnerships and leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide clean water to communities in need around the globe. The key to saving the planet can sometimes be just knowing the right people!

boreal light
boreal light

At GICA, we’re all about supporting these water wizards. Want to dive deeper into the world of impact? Swim over to gica.community and join our sea of impact citizens.

Remember: Every time you support companies like Boreal Light, somewhere in the world, a community gets access to clean water. That’s, without a doubt, a much better feeling than wondering if your bottled water is slowly destroying the planet (check out this article to see how Ocean. Now! is fighting against the ocean’s plastic epidemic).

The future of water is sustainable, it’s solar-powered, and thanks to Boreal Light, it’s looking clearer than ever.

Anna Shepelenko on LinkedIn? Here!

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