Via Separations

Via Separations is an advanced materials company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company specializes in energy-efficient industrial separation technologies, focusing on reducing the energy footprint of thermal separations, which contribute significantly to global energy consumption. Via Separations develops proprietary membrane-based filtration systems that aim to replace traditional, energy-intensive thermal processes in industries such as pulp and paper, chemicals, and refining. The company's core innovation is a durable membrane material designed to withstand harsh industrial conditions, reducing energy consumption for separations by up to 90% compared to conventional methods. Their filtration systems are customizable and can integrate with existing manufacturing assets, promoting operational efficiency and lowering costs. Via Separations has successfully validated its technology at a commercial scale, including a notable deployment known as Project Kodiak, which demonstrated significant energy savings in a pulp and paper facility. The company is committed to decarbonizing industrial processes and enhancing production scalability through its innovative solutions.