Veolia's Stanton PFAS Plant Tour

10/15/2025 11:30 AM - 01:15 PM ET

Description

Exclusive PFAS Treatment Plant Tour

Experience Innovation in Action at Veolia's Stanton Water Treatment Plant

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most advanced water treatment facilities in the United States. Veolia's Stanton PFAS Treatment Plant represents a breakthrough in environmental protection—processing up to 30 million gallons per day while setting global standards for PFAS removal technology.

What Makes This Tour Special

You will witness firsthand the engineering marvel that went from concept to completion in just three years, featuring 42 massive vessels—each standing 22 feet high and containing 40,000 pounds of granular activated carbon. The $35 million facility showcases cutting-edge technology that serves over 100,000 residents and establishes a replicable model for water systems worldwide.

What You Will See

  • State-of-the-art treatment vessels designed to adsorb regulated PFAS compounds
  • Advanced laboratory facilities where new filtration media and treatment methods are continuously tested
  • Innovative design solutions that minimized construction costs while maximizing future flexibility
  • Real-time operations of the largest PFAS treatment system in the Northeast

Learn From the Experts

Our knowledgeable guides will explain how this facility represents Veolia's BeyondPFAS offering—comprehensive end-to-end solutions for PFAS testing, treatment, and responsible disposal. Discover how this Delaware success story is being replicated across more than 100 treatment sites nationwide, protecting nearly 2 million people.

Tour Details

  • Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours including lunch, tours and transportation
  • Lunch: Boxed meals provided on-site
  • Transportation: Coordinated carpool from STAR Campus (15-minute drive each way)
  • Schedule:
    • 11:30 AM: Depart STAR Campus
    • 12:00 PM – 1:10 PM: Facility tour and lunch
    • 1:10 PM: Depart Veolia
    • 1:30 PM: Return to STAR Campus

Important Requirements

  • Registration Deadline: October 7, 2025
  • Footwear: Closed-toe shoes required (no exceptions)
  • Safety: Additional PPE provided by Veolia
  • Capacity: Limited spaces available

Why This Matters

As communities nationwide grapple with PFAS contamination, this facility demonstrates how proactive investment in treatment technology can protect public health while meeting EPA regulations cost-effectively. You will gain insights into the future of water treatment and see innovation that is changing lives—one gallon at a time.

This exclusive access opportunity connects directly to our event theme of understanding water's true value through the lens of infrastructure, innovation, and community protection.

Reserve Your Spot

Tour spaces are limited and fill quickly. Secure your registration by October 7 to experience this remarkable facility that is setting the standard for PFAS treatment worldwide.

Note: Alternative programming will be available at STAR Campus for those not participating in the plant tour, including the Center for Clean Hydrogen Lab Open House.