Gross-Wen Technologies
Biotechnology ResearchIowa, United States11-50 Employees
Gross-Wen Technologies is a biotechnology research company based in Slater, Iowa. It develops and operates a wastewater treatment system that recovers nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus from municipal or industrial effluent, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional treatment methods while generating algae biomass. This biomass can be utilized as a slow-release fertilizer or bioplastic, offering potential material applications beyond wastewater remediation. The company targets customers in the wastewater treatment and environmental sustainability sectors, addressing the need for affordable nutrient recovery and value-added byproducts. With a focus on innovative algae-based processes, Gross-Wen Technologies situates itself within the broader water and environmental biotech landscape, leveraging its patented revolving algal biofilm system to convert wastewater inputs into usable outputs. The organization is based in Slater, in the Midwest, and operates with a relatively small team focused on research and deployment of its technology.