Veracet, Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, is an innovative environmental technology company specializing in advanced microbial DNA testing to monitor and enhance water quality in watersheds, lakes, and rivers. Led by co-founder and CTO Gary Andersen, a pioneer in microbial ecology, Veracet leverages proprietary DNA sequencing technologies, including the PhyloChip platform and intelligent computing systems, to perform comprehensive bacterial profiling that pinpoints sources of fecal and microbial contamination with unprecedented accuracy and speed. Its end-to-end services encompass water sample collection, lab analysis, and detailed reporting to support public health, environmental compliance, and remediation efforts for utilities, municipalities, and industries. Backed by investors like Plug and Play Ventures through incubator programs, Veracet addresses critical challenges in water management amid growing concerns over pollution and climate impacts, positioning itself as a key player in sustainable aquatic ecosystem preservation with a focus on actionable, data-driven insights.