Igrac is a non-profit organization that was created in 2009. We specialize in groundwater data collection, information, and research.
Igrac was born from an initiative of two scientists who founded this organization. These are Robert and Andrea Peatry, a married couple that shares their life and profession and a common vision. They met in college while majoring in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at the University of Yale. Since both were born and raised in the countryside, they were interested in studying groundwater and providing new solutions to the water crisis.
After many years of studying, being awarded two research grants, and having presented favorable results, they managed to build a reputation. At that stage, they had formed a research team of scientists and environmentalists to make breakthroughs faster.
This is why in 2009, they created this foundation, Igrac, whose main purpose is to spread the news and innovative studies regarding groundwater. The foundation gathers funds and supports groundwater analysis in the United States and Canada through its various activities.
At Igrac, we understand the importance of groundwater as a prime resource for our survival. The statistics show a negative picture of water availability in the near future. We are talking about only 20 years from now. This is the moment where humanity needs a team of experts working together to solve this concerning issue.
Our mission
Igrac’s mission is to study, analyze, and predict the dynamics of human interaction with the Earth and its resources. Our teams of experts monitor the water quality of aquifers across the US and Canada. This helps to detect problems at the early stages and provides solid data to support decision-makers in taking the necessary measures.
Our team also works on strategies to provide mid and long-term solutions and create action plans to be presented before competent authorities.
Our vision
We know that the 21st century is the era of technology. Humanity is taking big steps towards artificial intelligence, smart materials, and enhanced connectivity. We believe that this development must be supported by sustainable systems that protect the planet, the flora and fauna, and human beings. No matter how fast technology develops, it will be worthless if there is nobody around to use it.
Thanks to our background in molecular biophysics, biochemistry, and biotechnology, we can support environmental change with research, dedication, and proper planning. We intend to design devices, technology, and methods to prevent groundwater pollution and clean the contaminated aquifers.
What we do
Focusing specifically on groundwater, we support teams across the US and Canada. These experts are dedicated to monitoring the water quality of industrial and domestic wells and work with engineers and contractors to detect problems in the systems’ functioning.
By analyzing this data, we can create potential solutions and outline plans of action. We know that the key to the water crisis is to find effective, fast, and affordable strategies to clean polluted water. In the process, we help enhance the freshwater sources in our country and the world.
Igrac organizes events, releases magazines, and actively promotes information on groundwater. With our website and blog, we reach thousands of people around the world. Thus, we contribute to creating environmental awareness, especially in the use and misuse of water sources.
We also raise funds to subsidize research teams dedicated to solving what we believe to be one of the greatest problems of our century: groundwater depletion and contamination.
Welcome to Igrac
Our blog is our presentation card. Here we present our work to the world and make our contribution to humankind by encouraging awareness.
If we want to leave our children an inhabitable planet, this is the time where experts should work together. Conjunctive efforts are required from governments, society, and the scientific community.