The Invisible Threat in Our Waterways—And What AquaChar Is Doing About It

Microplastics are everywhere—especially where we can’t see them.

While floating bottles and plastic bags are obvious dangers to our oceans, the real threat often lies hidden: microplastics, mercury, pesticides, and sewage pollutants silently flow through rivers, poisoning ecosystems before they ever reach the sea.

That’s where AquaChar comes in.
We believe ocean protection doesn’t start on the beach—it starts far upstream.

Introducing the River Guardian Initiative

AquaChar’s River Guardian Initiative uses sustainable filtration and nature-inspired technology to stop toxic pollutants in their tracks—before they enter marine ecosystems.

Here’s how it works:

🕸️ Nano-Filtration Mesh & Pole Filters
Placed in key river zones, they trap microplastics and large debris before they spread.

🌱 AquaChar Media
Our renewable lattice absorbs heavy metals, pesticides, and sewage compounds—while fostering microbial life that heals the water naturally.

📡 Real-Time Monitoring
Smart sensors track water quality, giving us live feedback and accountability.

Why We’re Starting in Guatemala

The Rio Motagua is one of the most polluted rivers feeding into the Caribbean. While ocean cleanup projects downstream remove visible trash, we’re focusing upstream—where toxins enter the water in the first place.

By protecting the river, we protect the reef—and the communities that depend on both.

What Makes AquaChar Different?

Our SYNSTEC-infused AquaChar is more than a filter—it’s a full-circle solution:

• 🌿 Dual Action: Removes toxins and restores microbial balance

• ♻️ Sustainable: Made from renewable resources, fully biodegradable

• 🌾 Circular Use: After water treatment, used AquaChar enriches soil for farming

Our Goals

🌊 Cleaner Oceans – Stop microplastics and toxins before they reach marine life
🏞️ Healthier Rivers – Restore biodiversity and balance to freshwater ecosystems
👩🌾 Empowered Communities – Turn used AquaChar into rich, regenerative soil
📊 Open Data – Share real-time pollution data with the public and partners

Let’s Heal the Water—Together

AquaChar can’t do it alone. We’re inviting environmental NGOs, sustainability investors, river guardians, and local leaders to join us.

From rivers to reefs, let’s rebuild nature’s balance—one microbe, one community, one clean drop at a time.

Curious to learn more?
Explore the science behind AquaChar and meet the people already making a difference.