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Expanding production and retail presence of sustainable air-to-water drinking systems for homes and businesses.

• Proven demand: Over $2.2 million in sales and 14,700+ preorder indications.
• Retail channel growth: Supplier agreement signed with Costco and accounts opened with Wayfair.
• Breakthrough technology: Award-winning, patented air-to-water systems inspired by nature.
• Mass market expansion: Launch of the affordable Kara Pod and advanced Kara Pure 2 models.
• Environmental impact: Reducing reliance on bottled water and traditional water infrastructure.

Kara Water is raising capital to advance the development and commercialization of its patented air-to-water technology designed to provide pure, sustainable drinking water directly from the atmosphere. With two new product lines—Kara Pure 2 and Kara Pod—Kara Water aims to disrupt the bottled water and home appliance markets by making this technology more accessible and affordable. The company has generated over $2.2 million in sales, amassed over 14,700 preorder indications, and is progressing toward e-commerce distribution agreements with major retailers like Costco and Wayfair, with discussions ongoing for additional retail partnerships.

Kara Water’s innovative products, inspired by natural processes found in the Namib Desert beetle, create clean drinking water without plumbing or external water sources, addressing growing concerns about the long-term accessibility of potable water. Their strategy includes expanding retail access, scaling manufacturing, and tapping into the $348 billion bottled water and $56 billion water purifier markets. By commercializing these sustainable technologies, Kara Water seeks to fundamentally change how clean water is delivered to homes, offices, and businesses, contributing to a healthier future while positioning itself for significant growth.

Company Info

Kara Water develops award-winning Air-to-Water devices that create pure drinking water from air for homes and businesses, targeting a global clean water market.

Kara Water is a New York-based company developing innovative Air-to-Water technology designed to create clean, sustainable drinking water directly from the air without the need for plumbing or external water sources. Its product lineup includes Kara Pure, a mineral-rich alkaline water generator, and upcoming launches such as Kara Pure 2 and Kara Pod, a dual-purpose water dispenser and coffee maker aimed at mass-market accessibility. Kara Water has generated over $2.2 million in sales, recorded 14,700 preorder indications across its product lines, and established accounts with Costco and Wayfair, aiming to expand into major retail distribution.

Led by CEO Cody Soodeen, who was inspired by natural water-harvesting phenomena observed in desert beetles, Kara Water is targeting the $348 billion bottled water market and the $56 billion water purifier market. With a Tier-1 manufacturing partner secured, patent-protected technology, and early media exposure including NBC’s Today Show, the company plans to scale production and reach a global audience seeking healthier, sustainable water solutions.