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In California, Microvi, an advanced materials company focused on providing safe water, sustainable chemicals and a clean environment, was selected among hundreds of candidates as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneers”.

Microvi is an advanced materials company that delivers tailored, low-cost commercial bioprocesses for applications in the water, renewable chemicals and biotech sectors. Microvi made it to the selection for its contributions in the field of advanced biotechnology solutions for safe water/wastewater treatment as well as the production of sustainable renewable chemicals for a wide range of industries.

The World Economic Forum’s Technology Pioneers are early to growth-stage companies from around the world that are involved in the design, development and deployment of new technologies and innovations, and are poised to have a significant impact on business and society.
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