Case Study: Wilmington Plant achieves operational savings and improved compliance with Veolia North America

Wilmington Plant saves $1.5 million annually with Veolia North America

The City of Wilmington faced the challenge of managing its regional wastewater treatment plant, requiring long-term operations, maintenance, and capital improvements. Veolia North America was engaged to handle the plant's entire wastewater treatment process, which included a high-rate activated sludge plant, pump stations, and an industrial pretreatment program.

Veolia North America implemented innovative solutions, including financing and building capital improvements like a new SCADA system and fine-bubble diffused aeration. The vendor also replaced outdated equipment with more efficient centrifuges and worked with the city to enhance safety and treatment processes. The results provided the city with over $1.5 million in annual operating savings, discharged $10 million of capital work 10 months early, and achieved an excellent compliance record.