AWG Atmospheric Water Generation as a technology to meet water scarcity challenge. Water from air has held great hope for addressing. There is more water in the air than all the rivers combined. The challenge is in developing technologies that can tackle this. As drought, groundwater depletion, and climate volatility strain conventional supplies, Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) is drawing fresh attention from By Brett Johnson • 2 min read
Ready to Scale Research Commences. Rankings of the most scalable enterprises globally. New York, NY — September 2025 — The Ready to Scale (RTS) Rankings will take center stage at NYC Climate Week, presenting the results of the Most Scalable Survey, which identifies the companies best positioned for cross-border transactions in energy, climate, and sustainability. These companies, identified by thought leaders, represent the greatest By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
Addressing PFAS. Forever chemicals are taking an irretrievable toll on health everywhere. What options exist? September 2025 — PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” have emerged as one of the most pressing environmental and public health challenges of the 21st century. Their extreme persistence in the environment and links to severe health risks have placed them at the center of By Brett Johnson • 2 min read
Roosevelt Island on the East River Midtown one subway stop from 63rd St and Lexington Ave Davos Consortium to Host Global Collaboration Forum at NYC Climate Week. New York, NY — September 2025 — The Global Collaboration Forum will debut during NYC Climate Week, bringing together leaders in energy, climate, and sustainability for a landmark evening of dialogue and partnership. Hosted by the Davos Consortium and its members—including Altru Institute, PDIE, Earth05, Investors in Climate, Green Accelerator, and By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
Water Project commences survey to find best ideas address global water scarcity and toxicity. New York - Altru Institute announced the formation of the Altru Water Project with the mission to advance technologies to address both water scarcity and water toxicity. Water is a highly fragmented industry that touches virtually every aspect of the human experience and without which there is no life. Yet By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
Davos Switzerland is venue for the World Economic Forum Davos technology platform nears completion: impact investment opportunities in energy, climate and sustainability. Davos, Switzerland — September 2025 — The Davos Technology Platform, launched in May 2025, is nearing completion as a new global hub designed to connect breakthrough innovators with the capital, talent, and partnerships they need to scale. Origins and Mission The initiative was first conceived at Davos in January 2024 by the By Brett Johnson • 2 min read
Consortium Connect to test During NYC Climate Week. Consortium Connect is an effort to foster the development of communities around specific challenges. A benefit of those attending the event and as part of the registration process ask about specific interests. We can then help organize a meet ups in the future based on that specific interest. We will By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
Ready to Scale Investor Showcase to Spotlight High-Impact Companies at NYC Climate Week New York, NY — September 2025 — The Ready to Scale (RTS) Investor Showcase will take center stage at NYC Climate Week, unveiling the results of its highly anticipated survey identifying the most scalable companies in energy, climate, and sustainability. These selected companies, recognized by industry thought leaders, stand out for their By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
What are MOFs and Why They Are Important to the Future Global Water Supply Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are one of the most promising materials ever discovered for solving critical global challenges—including water scarcity. Synthesized in the early 2000s by Prof. Omar Yaghi at UC Berkeley, MOFs are crystalline materials made from metal ions (like aluminum or zinc) bound to organic molecules known By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
More Efficient Solar DESCRIPTION Lens technology increases the efficiency of solar panels. Polycarbonate sheet manipulates light to maximize the good light and addresses the current limitation of solar panels to capture at best 22% of the energy from the sun. PROBLEM Solar panels only capture at best 22% of the energy from the By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
News Coming soon This is Altru Impact Report, a brand new site by Brett Johnson that's just getting started. Things will be up and running here shortly, but you can subscribe in the meantime if you'd like to stay up to date and receive emails when new content is By Brett Johnson • 1 min read
