Case Study
Broward County Water and Wastewater Division
Program Highlights • Guaranteed savings of more than $26MM over 17 years • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 8,893 metric tons annually, equivalent to removing 1,879 cars from the road every year • The cogeneration engine generator offsets the purchase of utility power at the wastewater treatment plant by 25% • Received regional and statewide recognition for sustainability leadership at the annual Southeast Florida Climate Compact conference Technical Scope • Installed a complete new system that collects fats, oils, and grease (FOG) and sends it directly to the anaerobic digesters for more efficient treatment THE OPPORTUNITY Broward County is the second-most populous county in the state of Florida, with approximately 2 million residents. County leaders sought a green