Environmental Breakthrough: Claros Technologies Secures $10M to Combat Forever Chemicals

August 13, 2025, 9:34 pm
Claros Technologies
Claros Technologies
CleanTechDeepTechEnvironmentIndustrialWaterTreatment
Location: United States
Employees: 11-50
Founded date: 2018
Total raised: $32M
Capita3
Capita3
HealthTechCareMedTechPersonalTechnologyToolsProductPlatformWaterTreatmentWellness
Location: United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Employees: 1-10
Founded date: 2016
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
PublicResearchUniversity
Claros Technologies secured $10 million in new financing. This investment targets the accelerated deployment of its ClarosTechUV PFAS Destruction System. The Minneapolis-based company combats "forever chemicals." Global regulatory pressure intensifies. Claros provides an efficient, scalable solution for these persistent contaminants. This funding brings total capital raised to $39 million. It propels Claros into significant global commercial expansion across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The environmental challenge posed by PFAS compounds is immense. These "per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances" resist degradation. They permeate water sources. They contaminate soil. Their presence in the environment raises serious health alarms. Public and governmental concerns escalate daily. This urgency drives market demand for effective remediation.

Claros Technologies responds directly to this crisis. The company specializes in high-flow PFAS destruction. It also offers advanced analytical technologies. Its core offering, the ClarosTechUV system, permanently eliminates PFAS. This innovative system achieves 99.99% destruction efficiency. It targets a full spectrum of compounds. This includes long-chain, short-chain, and ultra-short-chain PFAS. The technology is affordable. It is also highly scalable. Its design makes it field-ready for diverse applications.

A recent, pivotal pilot project showcased Claros's prowess. The system was deployed with a major industrial partner, Daikin America, Inc. It successfully destroyed targeted PFAS in high-flow wastewater. This demonstration set a new industry benchmark. It validated Claros’s capacity. The system can eliminate all PFAS species at scale. It does so efficiently and affordably. This achievement underscores the technology's readiness for widespread industrial adoption.

This latest $10 million convertible note reflects strong investor confidence. Existing backers reaffirmed their support. These include Capita3, the University of Minnesota, American Century Private Investments, and the F. R. Bigelow Foundation. New strategic investors also joined the round. This diverse investor base emphasizes the critical nature of Claros's mission. Their collective support fuels accelerated growth.

Claros operates with a dual-division strategy. Beyond its destruction capabilities, Claros also runs ClarosLabs. This is an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited commercial laboratory. ClarosLabs focuses solely on PFAS detection. It handles quantification. It provides essential exposure assessment services. This analytical expertise complements the destruction technology. It ensures comprehensive monitoring and verification.

The newly secured capital is critical for strategic expansion. Claros will accelerate the commercial deployment of ClarosTechUV systems. It plans to expand pilot programs globally. Installation initiatives will increase worldwide. The company will establish robust commercial operations. Key geographic targets include North America, Europe, and Asia. This global footprint aims to meet escalating international demand.

The global regulatory landscape is tightening. Governments demand stricter compliance from industries handling PFAS. Legal actions against polluters increase. Manufacturers face intense scrutiny. Claros offers an essential solution. Its technology provides a pathway to compliance. It enables industries to meet evolving environmental standards. This innovative approach offers both economic and environmental benefits.

Claros Technologies is redefining environmental protection. It provides a definitive answer to a pervasive contaminant problem. The company’s focus on permanent destruction sets it apart. Its scalable solutions offer hope for cleaner water. The sustained investment in Claros confirms its market leadership. It positions the company as a vital player in global remediation efforts. Claros is delivering a cleaner future, one gallon at a time. This financial injection marks a pivotal moment. It accelerates the global fight against "forever chemicals."