Biosolids Facility Honored by Industry Associations

In August 2010, the California Association of Sanitary Agencies (CASA) and the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) honored VRSD's Biosolids Drying and Renewable Power Generation Facility with their highest awards. The CASA award, presented at the organization's summer conference in Monterey, was given for Technological Innovation and Achievement. SWANA bestowed its Gold Award for Excellence in Landfill Gas Utilization.

In March 2010, the Biosolids Facility captured three prestigious Project of the Year awards from local chapters of the American Public Works Association (APWA), the American Council of Engineering Companies California (ACEC), and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Rounding out the honors, Solid Waste Division Manager Greg Grant was named Engineer of the Year by the ASCE for his instrumental role in the design and construction of the project.

Click here to learn more about this award-winning project.

VRSD Launches Biosolids Drying and Renewable Power Generation Facility

At a Grand Opening ceremony on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 VRSD officially launched its new Biosolids Drying and Renewable Power Generation Facility. Powered by landfill gas , this unique system recycles 100 percent of its resources to provide a regional biosolids management solution and generate renewable energy for the local power grid. Click here to download a copy of the facility brochure.

Biosolids Project Wins County Environmental Award

VRSD's new Biosolids Drying and Renewable Power Generation Facility won a 2009 Climate Change Action Award from the Ventura County Board of Supervisors. Dennis Gillette, Chairman of the VRSD Board of Directors, accepted the award at the Supervisors' regular meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2009.

Steve Bennett, Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, noted that the goal of the Climate Change Action Award Program is to recognize people and organizations who are making significant contributions to fighting global warming and improving the environment so others are encouraged to follow suit.

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