City of Cedar Rapids, IA Selects 374Water to Perform Project for PFAS Destruction in Biosolids

Core Insights - 374Water Inc. has partnered with Cedar Rapids Water Control Pollution Facility and Brown and Caldwell to implement a project aimed at destroying PFAS-contaminated biosolids [1][3][4] - The project is set to begin in early Q1 2026, with initial waste destruction followed by independent validation of results [2] - The partnership aims to address the growing concern of PFAS, which are persistent chemicals found in municipal biosolids, to ensure regulatory compliance and public health safety [3][4] Company Overview - 374Water Inc. is a leader in organic waste destruction technology, focusing on wastewater treatment and waste management solutions for industrial, municipal, and federal markets [5] - The company's AirSCWO technology is designed to efficiently destroy a wide range of organic wastes, producing safe dischargeable water, mineral effluent, vent gas, and recoverable heat energy [5] - 374Water aims to help clients meet discharge requirements, reduce disposal costs, and mitigate risks associated with waste management [5] Facility Details - The Cedar Rapids Water Pollution Control Facility is one of Iowa's largest advanced wastewater treatment facilities, processing 45 million gallons per day and generating 120 tons of sludge daily [6] - The facility currently uses a multiple hearth incineration system for sludge destruction and is collaborating with the EPA to explore methods for reducing PFAS in its waste streams [6]