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Every Drop of Water Counts... | Mr. Aditya Upadhyay | TEDxPeoples University
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-12 15:17
गुड मॉर्निंग एवरीवन। माय नेम इज आदित्य। आई एम एन इंजीनियर एंड आई एम वर्किंग टू सेव वाटर। इमेजिन इफ योर वाटर कुड टॉक टू यू। इट वुड से आई एम नॉट सेफ टू ड्रिंक टुडे। आई एम नॉट सेफ टू बी यूज्ड टुडे। में से कितने लोगों के घर पर आरो वाटर प्यूरीिफायर या किसी और टाइप का वाटर प्यूरीिफायर लगा हुआ है. प्लीज अपना हाथ ऊपर करके मुझे बताएं। थैंक यू। आप उन चुनिंदा लोगों में से हैं जिनको इतनी अवेयरनेस है कि हमारे नल से आने वाला फ्रेश वाटर एक और बार फिल्टर करना चाहिए। वी ओनली हैव 2.5% फ्रेश वाटर विद अस जिसको हम डायरेक्टली यू ...
Nephros(NEPH) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-07 21:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The trailing twelve-month revenue increased from $13.8 million to $16.7 million, reflecting a strong growth trajectory [5] - Net revenue for Q2 reached $4.4 million, up 36% compared to Q2 2024, marking the third consecutive quarter of profitability [6][9] - For the first half of 2025, revenue increased by 37% to $9.2 million from the prior year period [12] - Gross margins improved to 63% in Q2 2025 from 59% in Q2 2024, driven by reduced shipping costs and inventory reserve adjustments [10] - Net income for Q2 was $237,000, compared to a net loss of $289,000 in the same period last year [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 was positive $355,000, compared to a loss of $133,000 during the same period in 2024 [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core programmatic business experienced a 40% compound growth over the past two years [7] - Protonight sales reached all-time highs, indicating the effectiveness of the recurring revenue model [7] - Active customer sites grew to over 1,600 as of June 30, 2025, slightly higher than March 31, 2025 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Every region outperformed its first-half targets, reinforcing the resilience and scalability of the business [6] - The company is focusing on expanding into underserved verticals such as dental, government, and municipal facilities [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to bring new innovations to market, including the S100 micro filter and 20-inch Hydro Guard, unlocking opportunities across various sectors [8] - The strategic expansion of the sales team into non-healthcare verticals has begun to yield positive results [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of growth, attributing it to a combination of initiatives including the filter tracking app and enhanced service capabilities [20][22] - The company is focused on maintaining operational discipline while continuing to protect profitability [8] Other Important Information - Research and development expenses increased to $311,000 in Q2 2025 due to higher headcount [10] - Sales, general, and administrative expenses rose by 13% to $2.2 million, driven by higher sales commissions and employee bonuses [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What initiatives contributed to the growth in customer retention and active sites? - Management attributed growth to a combination of the filter tracking app, service capabilities, and a focused sales team that enhances customer relationships [20][22] Question: Is the current sales force sufficient to pursue growth in new verticals? - Management acknowledged the need for an expanded sales force to effectively cover both existing customers and pursue new opportunities in different verticals [24][26]
The Ganga Reimagined with Technology | Harshitha V | TEDxThe NGP School Coimbatore
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-28 16:19
Ganga River's Significance & Challenges - The Ganga River attracts 20 million tourists annually, representing approximately 1.2% of India's total tourism [1] - The river is an economic powerhouse, generating nearly 168 亿 (16.8 billion) 美元收入 and over 60 万 (600,000) jobs [3] - Industrial discharge, untreated sewage, and toxic runoff are polluting the Ganga, threatening its biodiversity [4] AI-Driven Solutions for River Restoration - AI-powered sensors and cameras can monitor the river's pH levels, oxygen content, and turbidity in real-time, providing early warnings [6] - AI-driven robotic boats can collect waste from the river's surface and depths without human intervention [7] - AI technology, similar to that used in New York City's water supply monitoring, can be applied to the Ganga [8] Call to Action & Future Vision - The industry emphasizes that technology alone is insufficient; accountability and a shared responsibility are crucial [11] - The industry calls for collaboration between NGOs, AI technology providers, and influential leaders for river cleanup [11] - The industry envisions a future where the Ganga's waters are clean, its biodiversity flourishes, and it regains its purity [9][10][12]
How oysters keep me optimistic | Laura Solomon | TEDxSavannah
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-23 15:42
Business Overview - The company focuses on oyster farming, aiming to increase the presence of local oysters on menus and expand the oyster farming industry [2][3] - The company's oyster farming requires no external inputs like feed, fertilizer, or chemicals, relying solely on the tide and time [7] - The company sorts oysters to manage density, minimize competition, and protect their shape, delivering them to local restaurants after 12-15 months of growth [9] Regulatory and Environmental Impact - In 2019, the state passed legislation to create a regulatory framework for floating oyster farms, with leases issued in 2021 [4] - Oyster reefs, which protect marshes, have been in decline since the 1970s [14] - Adult oysters can filter over 50 gallons (approximately 189 liters) of water per day [14] Community and Education - The company partners with chefs, other farmers, and scientists, sharing a passion for a common goal [6] - The company partners with students and the community to educate them about the impact of oysters and their role in the ecosystem [16][17] - The company uses the story of the oyster to explore its intersection with math, science, history, culture, identity, and climate [17]