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- A 1-megawatt solar energy installation now powers the City of Arvin’s wastewater treatment plant serving ~21,000 residents, eliminating 360 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually and setting a new standard for clean, resilient municipal infrastructure.
- The project is expected to save Arvin taxpayers almost $17 million over the next 30 years.
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ARVIN, Calif. — The City of Arvin serving almost 21,000 residents and Veolia today unveiled a new solar energy installation that powers the city’s wastewater treatment plant, eliminating greenhouse gas emissions and providing significant financial and environmental benefits to the community.
The 1-megawatt solar array is projected to eliminate 360 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually — equivalent to taking 80 cars off the road. Over 30 years, the project is expected to save Arvin taxpayers more than $17 million, making it a model for sustainable infrastructure investment. The energy generated will provide approximately 90% of the wastewater plants' annual needs.
Veolia has operated and maintained the City of Arvin’s wastewater treatment plant for more than a decade. This solar project, part of Veolia’s GreenUp strategy, is financed through a combination of low-interest municipal financing and the federal Inflation Reduction Act, demonstrating the power of public-private partnerships in advancing clean energy goals.
Mayor of Arvin, Olivia Calderon said, “This project demonstrates Arvin’s leadership in building a sustainable and resilient community. By investing in renewable energy, we are not only protecting our environment but also ensuring long-term savings for our residents.”
Veolia's Senior Vice President of Energy Transition, Will Darmouni, added, “Through close collaboration with the City of Arvin, we have delivered an integrated energy and water solution that will serve as a blueprint for cities across California and beyond. This project shows how clean energy investments in water infrastructure can drive real progress in decarbonization while delivering tangible economic benefits.”
As part of The City of Arvin’s climate action plan to achieve 100% renewable energy for municipal use by 2040, the city continues to lead in sustainability pioneering an all-electric city bus fleet. The decarbonized wastewater treatment plant marks the latest achievement in the city’s ongoing effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and safeguard public health. As a small community, Arvin also aimed to improve operational resilience while advancing environmental goals and reducing its carbon footprint.
The City of Arvin and Veolia, together with local stakeholders, are proud to celebrate this milestone and set a new standard for clean, resilient municipal infrastructure.
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ABOUT VEOLIA IN NORTH AMERICA
In North America, Veolia is a leading environmental services provider with more than 10,000 employees working at over 350 locations. It's the largest private water operator in the U.S. and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It is uniquely positioned in the American market with a leadership role in improving water quality and removing pollutants offering a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery.
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ABOUT VEOLIA
Veolia, a global leader in environmental services, works every day to build environmental security for the benefit of public health and the competitiveness of industries and regions. With 215,000 employees across five continents, working closely with local communities, and thanks to its cutting-edge technologies, the group cleans up pollution, reduces carbon emissions, and regenerates resources through concrete solutions that combine its expertise in water and water technologies, waste - including hazardous waste management, and local energy. In 2025, the Veolia group served 110 million people with drinking water and 97 million with sanitation, produced 45 million megawatt hours of energy, and treated 64 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE, Fortune 500, SBF 120) generated consolidated revenue of €44.4 billion in 2025.
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