California city recognized for green initiative

January 1, 1970

Posted October 12, 2009, at 3:40 p.m. CST

California city recognized for green initiative
The city of Rialto, Calif., has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council for the work it has accomplished through its sustainable development program on the Rialto SlurryCarb facility.

A first of its kind facility, the Rialto SlurryCarb facility converts biosolids (processed sewage sludge) into a renewable solid fuel. The fuel, called E-Fuel, is being used by cement kilns to offset their coal use-reducing greenhouse gas emissions for Southern California by more than 80,000 tons per year. The
facility, constructed by EnerTech Environmental Inc. in partnership with Rialto and its Redevelopment Agency, provides the city with tangible environmental benefits along with a series of economic benefits in the form of tax revenues, land lease payments, and profit-sharing opportunities.

"Furthering economic development is rarely a simple task in the best of times, and advancing the cause in the midst of a global financial crisis is nothing less than arduous," said Ian Bromley, IEDC chair. "As the consequences of the widespread economic turmoil have taken hold, we have seen our members become even more ardent proponents of economic development, flying in the face of one of the most challenging economic environments we have experienced in our careers. We proudly present this award to the city of Rialto for its superior work during these difficult times."

"Without the city of Rialto's vision for sustainable economic development, we would not be where we are today," said Kevin Bolin, EnerTech CEO. "The city, together with our other partners, has shown that environmentally friendly technologies can make economic sense for communities."

The city accepted the award at the IEDC's annual meeting Oct. 6 in Reno.

Rialto was also recognized by the California League of Cities with an honorable mention for this year's Helen Putnam Award for Excellence. The award honors cities in 10 different categories, focusing on innovation and improvements in community services. The city of Rialto was commended for outstanding achievement in the area of Planning and Environmental Quality for its work on executing the Rialto SlurryCarb facility.

SOURCE: ENERTECH ENVIRONMENTAL INC.

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