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What if clean water could be pulled from the air?
AirJoule captures water vapor from the atmosphere and converts it into usable water, creating a new source of water for industry, infrastructure, and beyond.
Why it matters
Energy systems and industry rely on water—especially for cooling large-scale equipment and processes. But water is not always available where it’s needed, and transporting or producing it can be costly and resource-intensive.
AirJoule creates a new option: producing water from air. This can help support energy infrastructure by providing a more flexible, on-site water source and reducing dependence on strained local supplies.
It also has potential to provide rapid access to water in emergency situations—such as after hurricanes or in regions where traditional water systems are disrupted.
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Innovation
Where do most technological breakthroughs happen?
AirJoule LLC is a new joint venture between GE
Vernova and Montana Technologies Corporation is developing transformative climate technology that is solving not just one climate problem but two.
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GE Vernova and Montana Technologies close Joint Venture
This breakthrough leverages advancements across various scientific disciplines, allowing us, through collaborations, to deliver products that harvest pure water directly from the air while reducing energy consumption in cooling systems.
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Independent validation milestone of DARPA AIR2WATER project
AirJoule will combine GE Vernova’s proprietary sorbent materials and coating process with Montana’s patented process and system into various air conditioning components and water harvesting products.