News | June 3, 2014

Terratec Awarded Biosolids Contract For Ontario Clean Water Agency

Terratec Environmental Ltd., a division of American Water's market-based subsidiary, American Water Enterprises, has been awarded a three-year contract by the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA), for the removal, haulage and utilization of biosolids.

The work will consist of providing services for the removal and land application of biosolids from various wastewater treatment plants within the Ottawa Valley area. The value of the contract is approximately $200,000.

"Terratec is pleased at the opportunity to continue work with OCWA, while at the same time expanding our Ontario East program,” said Douglas Legge, president of Terratec Environmental Ltd. “The Terratec team has extensive experience in the removal and application of biosolids and we are proud to offer our skills and knowledge to complete this project in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner.”

About Terratec Environmental Ltd.
Terratec Environmental Ltd. provides biosolids management, transport and disposal services to municipal and industrial customers in Canada. It is part of American Water Enterprises, the market-based subsidiary of American Water.

About American Water
Founded in 1886, American Wateris the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs approximately 6,600 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 14 million people in more than 40 states and parts of Canada. For more information, visit www.amwater.com.

Source: American Water