374Water Announces Appointment of Raj Melkote as Chief Technology Officer

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374Water Inc (NASDAQ: SCWO), a global waste destruction technology leader, has appointed Raj Melkote as Chief Technology Officer. Melkote brings over 30 years of R&D and engineering executive experience, specializing in commercializing innovative industrial technology products.

Previously serving as CTO at BayoTech Hydrogen, Melkote led innovation in modular hydrogen solutions. His experience includes roles at Edwards Vacuum, where he implemented machine learning for predictive diagnostics, and positions at Brooks Automation, Honeywell, United Technologies, and General Electric.

In his new role, Melkote will lead 374Water's Engineering organization, focusing on scaling the business and enhancing their AirSCWO technology. The company aims to develop larger capacity systems to address waste destruction needs across municipal, federal, and industrial markets.

Positive

• Appointment of highly experienced CTO with 30+ years in R&D and engineering
• Strategic focus on scaling and improving core AirSCWO technology
• Expertise in implementing machine learning and process improvements
• Plans to develop larger capacity waste destruction systems

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• None.

R&D and Engineering Executive to Drive Innovation and Growth

DURHAM, N.C., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 374Water Inc. (NASDAQ: SCWO) ("374Water") (the "Company"), a global leader in waste destruction technology for the municipal, federal, and industrial markets, today announced the appointment of Raj Melkote as its new Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”).

Raj Melkote brings over 30 years of experience as a Research & Development and Engineering executive with a track record of introducing and commercializing innovative new industrial technology products across a wide range of industries. He also brings extensive experience with implementing process improvements in high volume chemicals and materials manufacturing environments focused on scaling, driving efficiency, and speed to market. Prior to joining 374Water, Melkote was Chief Technology Officer at BayoTech Hydrogen, providing modular, scalable, and rapidly deployable hydrogen generation, transport, storage, and fueling solutions. In that role he led innovation, testing, design, and continuous improvement of BayoTech processes. Previously he worked for Edwards Vacuum where he introduced machine learning to develop predictive diagnostics around pump failures and spearheaded the XVS cryopump platform. Melkote has also held leadership, engineering, and R&D roles with Brooks Automation, Honeywell, United Technologies, and General Electric. Melkote received his PhD from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University, both in chemical engineering.

“We are excited to welcome Raj to 374Water and are privileged to have someone of his caliber and engineering skill set serve as our CTO,” said Chris Gannon, CEO of 374Water. “Raj brings tremendous expertise in strategy, product commercialization, new product development, and core technology innovation enabling us to more rapidly scale our business and further ruggedize and refine our AirSCWO technology. In his new role, he will lead and build 374Water’s Engineering organization. I am confident Raj’s leadership and deep engineering experience will allow us to further accelerate AirSCWO system development and more rapidly develop larger capacity AirSCWO Systems to meet the various waste destruction needs of the Municipal, Federal, and Industrial markets.” 

Raj Melkote added, “I am honored to join 374Water at a pivotal time in the company’s growth as it seeks to address significant global wastewater treatment and waste management issues. 374Water’s incredible AirSCWO technology sits at the forefront of waste destruction technology solutions and innovation. I look forward to working with the talented and passionate team at 374Water to drive the Company’s growth and technological advancements across our markets globally."

About 374Water

374Water Inc. (NASDAQ: SCWO) is a global cleantech company providing innovative solutions addressing wastewater treatment and waste management issues within the municipal, federal and industrial markets. 374Water's AirSCWO technology is designed to efficiently destroy and mineralize a broad spectrum of organic non-hazardous and hazardous organic wastes producing safe dischargeable water streams, safe mineral effluent, safe vent gas, and recoverable heat energy. 374Water's AirSCWO technology has the potential to assist its customers to meet discharge requirements, reduce or eliminate disposal costs, remove bottlenecks, and reduce litigation and other risks. 374Water continues to be a leader in innovative waste treatment solutions, dedicated to creating a greener future and eradicating harmful pollutants. Learn more by visiting www.374water.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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FAQ

What experience does Raj Melkote bring to 374Water (SCWO) as the new CTO?

Raj Melkote brings 30+ years of R&D and engineering executive experience, with expertise in commercializing industrial technology and implementing process improvements in manufacturing environments.

How will Raj Melkote's appointment impact 374Water's (SCWO) AirSCWO technology development?

Melkote will lead the engineering organization to scale the business, ruggedize and refine AirSCWO technology, and develop larger capacity systems for various market needs.

What was Raj Melkote's role before joining 374Water (SCWO)?

He served as CTO at BayoTech Hydrogen, where he led innovation in modular hydrogen generation, transport, storage, and fueling solutions.

Which markets will 374Water (SCWO) target with their enhanced AirSCWO systems?

374Water will target municipal, federal, and industrial markets with their waste destruction technology solutions.