17 Startups Rebuilding America in 2026 | Inc. Magazine

Gradiant has been named by Inc. Magazine as one of “17 Startups Rebuilding America in 2026.” The recognition highlights Gradiant’s role in advancing water infrastructure for semiconductors, data centers, pharmaceuticals, batteries, and advanced manufacturing, helping essential industries treat, recycle, and reuse the water they need to grow.

Gradiant Announces Series E Financing at $2 Billion Valuation to Accelerate Expansion in AI, Semiconductors, and Industrial Water Infrastructure

Gradiant announced a Series E financing at a $2 billion valuation to accelerate expansion across AI infrastructure, semiconductors, and industrial water infrastructure. Led by Safar Partners and Hostplus, the investment supports strategic acquisitions, R&D, operational scale, and IPO readiness as water emerges as one of the critical constraints to growth, reliability, and sustainability.

Water Emerges as a Critical Constraint for AI Data Centers | Data Center Frontier

In this latest conversation with Data Center Frontier, Anurag explores why water is increasingly shaping the future of AI data center growth. He discusses the industry’s evolving approach to water management, the importance of reuse and recycling, and how innovative treatment solutions can help balance operational demands with resource constraints.