Vision
We envision a new generation of wastewater treatment/sanitation systems based on the principles of the circular economy. Not only do they ensure public health and environmental protection, but they also enable the recovery of resources such as nutrients and water.
Mission
Ogmo provides sanitation solutions, with a focus on technologies for the recovery of nutrients and water from human excreta and grey water. The company bridges the gap between academic research and industrial production, by designing, building and selling treatment modules. With its first product, the Nutrient Harvester, Ogmo provides an on-site treatment technology that transforms urine into a concentrated fertilizer.
Founders
Michel Riechmann
Co-founder, CEO
is a toilet advocate who likes to draw attention to the backend stories.
David Hasler
Co-founder, CTO
tweaks the prototypes until they are products.
Kai Udert
Co-founder,
senior scientific advisor
is the curious mind behind new research.
How we work –
The ogmo approach
Three key competencies form the foundation of Ogmo’s success in delivering innovative, efficient and eco-friendly wastewater treatment solutions:
Complementary expertise
Expertise from academic water research meets industrial engineering and product development know-how. Our team drives innovation in on-site sanitation and water reuse technology by effectively combining design features of treatment plants and home appliances.
Extensive experience
Ogmo builds on extensive experience in the development of on-site wastewater treatment technology, both over the course of research projects (Ref. Novaquatis, Reinvent the Toilet Challenge: Blue diversion & BD Autarky, Vuna, STUN) as well as projects in industry (Helbling Technik for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation).
Methodological competence
Methodological competence is key in product development, especially in early development phases. We apply engineering tools like agile prototyping, facilitating rapid iteration and refinement of solutions. Agile project management with fast development sprints find applications in early prototype phases, while a more linear, long termed planning is followed to deliver reliable systems for field tests in a specific environment.
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