✓ verified = confirmed by human source
◇ research = AI-assisted, pending confirmation
Exit Type◇ research
Unknown
Subsequent Funding◇ research
$6,998,663
Received VC Funding◇ research
Yes
Current Employees◇ research
33
Peak Employees◇ research
—
SBIR/STTR Awards◇ research
$998,663
Used Crowdfunding◇ research
No
Notes
KAITC annual report lists PowerTech Water. HHS TAGGS shows NIH SBIR/STTR funding tied to PowerTech Water, including a 2019 award of $547,468 and a 2020 continuation of $451,195 for targeted lead-removal technology. Federal registration data was updated in 2025, supporting active status.
[Deep research 2026-04-11] Series B funding of $6 million led by HG Ventures closed June 2021, bringing total funding to $7.5 million. Company operates under ElectraMet brand for water treatment systems. Current employee count approximately 33 per RocketReach. Revenue reported under $5 million by ZoomInfo. Technology removes metals from water with 99% selectivity. Endorsed by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. Founded by University of Kentucky engineers James Landon and Cameron Lippert in 2013.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2026 · Evidence score: 5/5