Trey Alexander, Dana Green, Ethan Fite, Paul Schuwer and Brian Smith hold ReWa's 2023 National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Peak Performance Awards. All nine ReWa water resource recovery facilities were recognized for compliance.
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA—The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) recognized all nine Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) water resource recovery facilities (WRRFs) with Peak Performance Awards.
The awards are based on 2023 performance associated with treating and discharging water. Special recognition is given to those with a lengthy track record.
“ReWa’s consistent recognition with NACWA Peak Performance Awards is a testament to our utility’s commitment to protecting our waterways,” said Joel Jones, ReWa’s CEO. “A dedicated team of people across our organization make these awards possible.”
Four ReWa facilities received Platinum Peak Performance Awards for being in 100% compliance for at least five consecutive years:
- Gilder Creek WRRF (11 years)
- Slater-Marietta WRRF (18 years)
- Georges Creek WRRF (19 years)
- Mauldin Road WRRF (20 years)
Three ReWa facilities received Gold Peak Performance Awards for being in perfect compliance in 2023:
- Durbin Creek WRRF
- North Greenville University WRRF
- Piedmont Regional WRRF
Two facilities received Silver Peak Performance Awards for having no more than five permit violations in 2023:
- Lower-Reedy WRRF
- Pelham WRRF
ReWa cleans and releases 44 million gallons of water daily into the Upstate’s rivers and streams. National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits are required for facilities that discharge into waterways across the United States to ensure discharges do not harm water quality or human health.
ABOUT RENEWABLE WATER RESOURCES (ReWa): Since 1925, Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has been committed to providing high-quality wastewater treatment services to the Upstate of South Carolina while promoting a cleaner environment, protecting public health and the water quality of Upstate waterways, and developing the necessary sewer infrastructure to sustain our community and growing economy. With nine water resource recovery facilities and more than 430 miles of pipe, we serve a broad geographic area, including Greenville County and portions of Anderson, Laurens, Pickens and Spartanburg counties. Each day an estimated 44 million gallons of water passes through our trunk lines and reclamation facilities before being cleaned and returned to our area rivers and streams.