EPA Recognizes Vermont Wastewater Treatment Entities for Excellence
BOSTON (Jan. 30, 2025) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New England Office recently awarded two 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to one Vermont wastewater facility and one individual to recognize them for their commitment to improving water quality.
For the past 40 years, the EPA Regional Wastewater Awards Program has recognized personnel in the wastewater field who have provided invaluable public service managing and operating wastewater treatment facilities throughout New England.
2024 EPA Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator of the Year Award
Tristan MacGregor-Stewart of the Plainfield WWTF
Mr. MacGregor-Stewart, who is the Chief Operator of the Plainfield WWTF, was recognized for his outstanding work over the years operating and maintaining the facility. Mr. MacGregor-Stewart was one of only five individuals across New England to receive this award. The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation was instrumental in MacGregor-Stewart's nomination.
The EPA Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator of the Year Award was established to recognize and honor the employees of publicly owned wastewater treatment plants for their commitment to improving water quality with outstanding plant operations and maintenance. Wastewater operators and staff work diligently to protect public health and the environment, often with limited resources.
2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation and Maintenance Excellence Award
Village of Orleans Wastewater Treatment Facility
The Village of Orleans Wastewater Treatment Facility, led by Orleans Village Manager John Morely, was recognized for exceptional work in operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment plant during the past year. The facility was one of only three facilities across New England to receive this award. The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation was instrumental in the facility's nomination.
The EPA Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation and Maintenance Excellence Award was established to recognize and honor the employees of publicly owned wastewater treatment plants for their commitment to improving water quality with outstanding plant operations and maintenance. Especially with the smaller facilities, conscientious operators and staff continue to perform exceptionally with limited resources.