Veolia has built one of the largest PFAS treatment systems in the U.S. and the biggest in the Northeast. The Stanton Water Treatment Plant will remove PFAS compounds from drinking water. It serves over 100,000 residents in Delaware. The $35 million plant meets EPA regulations and offers a model for cost-effective PFAS treatment worldwide.
Veolia already operates 33 PFAS treatment systems across the U.S. The company plans to expand to more than 100 water sites. This expansion will provide high-quality water for nearly 2 million people. It also aims to comply with regulations efficiently.
The Stanton plant was designed in early 2022 and built over three years. It covers 17,600 square feet. The facility has 42 large vessels, each 22 feet high. The vessels contain 40,000 pounds of granular activated carbon. They treat up to 30 million gallons of water daily. The water flows from nearby rivers through these vessels.
Constructing the plant required precise coordination. The vessels were installed first, with the building constructed around them. The plant includes a laboratory to test new filtration media and treatment methods. This provides future flexibility and cost savings.
Leaders from Veolia, Delaware officials, and community members attended the ribbon-cutting. Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, emphasized the company’s commitment to environmental solutions. She said the plant improves public health and strengthens communities.
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer highlighted the importance of addressing PFAS at the source. He praised Veolia’s leadership in creating the treatment facility.
Karine Rougé, Veolia’s North American Municipal Water CEO, praised the project’s swift development. She said lessons learned will help deploy water quality improvements faster elsewhere.
Veolia continues to lead in water treatment and environmental protection. The Stanton plant demonstrates its dedication to safe, clean water for communities.
