Variolytics secures growth funding led by Nordic Alpha Partners to enhance its emissions-reduction technology for the wastewater sector, aiming to capitalize on emerging green markets.

Target Overview

Variolytics, founded in 2020 as a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute, specializes in developing advanced sensor technology aimed at detecting, analyzing, and ultimately reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the wastewater sector. With wastewater treatment facilities contributing approximately 2% to global CO2 emissions—comparable to the aviation industry—Variolytics has emerged as a leader in this domain. In Europe, wastewater treatment can account for up to 15% of the total emissions of an average municipality, largely due to nitrous oxide (N2O), which is a greenhouse gas 300 times more potent than CO2.

The company's flagship solution, EmiCo, provides real-time measurements of N2O levels using sophisticated sensor technology and artificial intelligence. This innovation enables wastewater treatment professionals to adjust their processes accordingly, thereby minimizing harmful emissions released into the atmosphere. Previous measurement methods have often been costly and unreliable, but Variolytics' EmiCo solution empowers operators with comprehensive insights into their emissions while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Industry Overview

The wastewater treatment industry is at a critical juncture, driven by increasing regulatory pressures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change impacts. Various countries in Europe have recognized the urgent need to adopt innovative t