Jeff Clifton
Founder / Chief Executive Officer / Chief Engineering Officer
Jeff brings nearly 40 years of expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and strategic business management. His career began in electronics and process control for refineries, gas, and nuclear plants, where he gained experience in nuclear engineering. He later transitioned to communications work for the federal government and then into the fire service, where he developed the first incident pre-planning software and invented groundbreaking pump operations and testing equipment that recirculates water instead of wasting it—technologies that are now part of billion-dollar industries. As the founder of FD International, Jeff’s innovations have had a global impact. His pump operations simulators are estimated to have saved nearly a trillion gallons of water worldwide, reflecting his commitment to solving water scarcity issues and advancing environmentally sustainable technologies. Under his leadership, the company has become a recognized leader in the industry, known for innovative solutions.
Over the past several years, Jeff has channeled his expertise and innovative mindset into developing a groundbreaking technology for water desalination. Recognizing the growing global need for sustainable water solutions, he has worked tirelessly to design and refine this technology, which leverages advanced electrical control mechanisms to efficiently remove salt from salt water. His work in this area not only aims to address critical water scarcity issues but also exemplifies his commitment to environmental sustainability and technological advancement.
Wyn E. Clifton, Phd
Founder / Chief Science Officer
Wyn is a versatile research scientist with a track record of enhancing technological systems through collaboration with engineering teams. While earning her PhD from the University of Texas at Arlington, a prestigious tier 1 institution, she led a large lab that conducted cutting-edge research with the UTA Research Institute that was funded by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) . Her personal work on neurocognition, reinforcement learning, and quick decision-making contributed to this large-scale, multi-lab project, which ultimately led to patented advancements in computer learning algorithms and controller software.
With interdisciplinary expertise, Wyn excels in diverse fields, having spent the past seven years as a founder and chief scientist developing this new eco-friendly approach to desalination. Her leadership and adaptability have been instrumental in transforming the project from a concept to a fully operational system, showcasing her ability to master any scientific challenge.
Wyn’s interdisciplinary expertise makes her a versatile asset in diverse research settings. Known for being a creative thinker with a knack for generating innovative ideas, she has successfully expanded her knowledge and skills over the past seven years. Her research and scientific insights have been pivotal in taking this project from conception to working model, demonstrating her adaptability and leadership in new scientific domains.
