Case Study: Richmond, CA achieves odor control and compliance savings with Veolia North America

Richmond, CA saves $75 million with Veolia North America

The city of Richmond, California faced challenges with odor control, environmental compliance, and rising costs at its wastewater treatment plant and extensive sewer systems. To address this, they entered a long-term partnership with Veolia North America for operations, maintenance, and management services.

Veolia implemented a $7 million capital improvements program, modernized systems, and employed advanced robotic inspection technology. The vendor also played a lead role in bringing the city into compliance with state regulations. This resulted in an estimated $75 million in savings over the life of the agreement, sharply reduced odors and water quality violations, and provided improved operations with guaranteed compliance.