WILMINGTON, DE — Veolia has officially launched one of the largest PFAS treatment facilities in the United States at the Stanton Water Treatment Plant in Delaware, addressing critical water contamination challenges for over 100,000 residents. With a budget of $35 million, the state-of-the-art plant is the largest of its kind in the Northeast and fully complies with current U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for safe drinking water.
The facility, designed to remove harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), processes up to 30 million gallons of water daily with the use of 42 massive vessels containing granular activated carbon. This advanced setup not only ensures regulatory compliance but also creates a best-in-class framework for future cost-effective treatment systems globally.
Veolia CEO Estelle Brachlianoff described the project as a generational advancement in public health and environmental stewardship. “In line with our GreenUp strategic program, this major infrastructure milestone highlights Veolia’s strong commitment to delivering environmental security solutions to communities worldwide. Tackling micropollutants lies at the heart of our mission, and Veolia is proud to lead the way in testing, treating, and responsibly disposing of regulated PFAS contaminants.”
The Stanton plant is supported by a fully equipped research laboratory to continuously refine filtration technologies, promising ongoing cost savings and improved efficiency. Veolia has committed to expanding PFAS treatment systems to more than 100 additional water production sites across the U.S. in the coming years, potentially benefiting up to 2 million people.
Governor Matt Meyer emphasized the project’s importance during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. “PFAS contamination poses a serious threat to public health, and addressing it at the source is essential. The Stanton Water Treatment Plant will play a vital role in tackling this challenge by treating PFAS on the front end of the water system. Veolia’s leadership in developing one of the largest treatment facilities in the country reflects a strong commitment to proactive public health protection and underscores our administration’s dedication to ensuring clean, safe water for Delawareans.”
Karine Rougé, CEO of Municipal Water for Veolia in North America, praised the team’s efficiency in delivering this critical solution. “I’m inspired by how swiftly and effectively Veolia responded to the PFAS challenge in Delaware through this state-of-the-art facility, which now sets a global standard. The lessons from this project will help Veolia deploy similar water quality improvements faster, more efficiently, and more effectively.”
The Stanton Water Treatment Plant stands as a model for tackling one of today’s most pressing environmental challenges, reflecting Veolia’s ongoing commitment to improving water quality and protecting public health worldwide.
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