RemWell

RemWell LLC, a Potsdam-based company formed in 2018, is focused on the commercialization of a novel technology for remediating groundwater contaminated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The company was co-founded by Dr. Michelle Crimi and Laura Holsopple, both from Clarkson University. Dr. Crimi, who serves as the company's Founder and CTO, is also the Dean of the Graduate School at Clarkson University, and her research has centered on developing in-situ treatment technologies for groundwater contamination. This academic and research background directly informs the company's core technology. Laura Holsopple, the Managing Director, joined in 2021 and brings over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, and process improvement from both academia and industry.

The company's core offering is an In-Situ Remediation Technology (InSRT) designed to provide permanent, on-site treatment of PFAS-contaminated groundwater. Unlike traditional methods that may require extracting water for off-site treatment, RemWell's process occurs entirely underground. The technology, which utilizes an in-line reactor with ultrasound to destroy PFAS at the point of contamination, is deployed within horizontal wells. This approach leverages passive water flow and is adaptable to various depths and surface conditions, requiring minimal operational labor. RemWell states that its solution can reduce annual operating costs by up to 40% compared to conventional carbon treatment methods, with savings realized from lower electricity usage, labor, and water disposal expenses. The business model appears centered on providing this specialized environmental remediation service to entities dealing with groundwater pollution.

RemWell has secured funding to advance its technology and operations. In November 2020, the company raised $50,000 in non-dilutive funding. This was followed by a $100,000 equity investment in December 2022 from eight member investors of Point Positive, Inc., structured as a convertible note. More recently, in May 2025, RemWell, in partnership with the NYS Center of Excellence in Healthy Water Solutions, was awarded a $65,000 FuzeHub Manufacturing Grant. This grant is intended to help the company manufacture key technological components in-house, aiming to optimize its supply chain and reduce costs for its North Country region production.

Keywords: groundwater remediation, PFAS treatment, in-situ remediation, environmental technology, water contamination, InSRT, ultrasound water treatment, horizontal wells, permanent PFAS destruction, cleantech, water-energy nexus, Clarkson University spin-off, environmental engineering, groundwater pollution, sustainable water treatment, advanced materials processing, cost-effective remediation, on-site water treatment, Michelle Crimi, Laura Holsopple