Covanta Haverhillhttp://www.covantaholding.com/2009-04-13T17:29:28ZCovanta Haverhillhttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/covanta-haverhill.html2009-04-13T17:29:28Z
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<p><strong><img height="64" alt="OSHA VPP Star Facility" width="100" align="right" src="/uploads/11/Image/nvpplogo_thumb_small.jpg" />COVANTA Haverhill, Inc.<br />
Haverhill, Massachusetts</strong></p>
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Covanta Haverhill, Inc. is located on a 147 acre area in the Ward Hill Neck section of Haverhill, Massachusetts. The site is bordered by Interstate Route 495 to the east and by the Merrimack River to the north, south, and west. <br />
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Covanta Haverhill, owned and operated by Covanta Energy, Inc, began commercial operation in June 1989. The site presently includes the Energy from Waste Municipal Waste Combustor facility (MWC), the 70 acre Ward Hill Neck Landfill, a Fleet Maintenance Garage (FMG) and a parts warehouse. </p>
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="76">100 Recovery Way<br />
Haverhill, MA 01835<br />
(978) 372-6288 <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="38">147 acres <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="57">Two 825 ton-per-day waterwall furnaces with massburn Martin® reverse-reciprocating grates and ash handling system <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="38">225,000 lbs/hr at 865 psig/830°F superheater outlet steam conditions <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="75">Semi-dry flue gas scrubbers injecting lime, fabric filter baghouses, nitrogen oxide control system, mercury control system, and continuous emissions monitoring (CEM) system <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="19">1,650 tons per day <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="19">up to 49 megawatts from one condensing steam turbine generator <br />
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<td valign="top" align="left" width="61%" height="19">an energy wholesaler for use on New England's power grid <br />
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</table> About Ushttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-aboutus.html2009-03-19T08:54:23Z
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<li><a href="#I">Site Description</a></li>
<li><a href="#II">Covanta Haverhill Energy from Waste Facility</a></li>
<li><a href="#III">Covanta Haverhill Ward Hill Neck Landfill</a></li>
<li><a href="#IV">Links </a></li>
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<li><strong><a name="I"></a>Site Description <br />
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Covanta Haverhill, Inc. is located on a 147 acre area in the Ward Hill Neck section of Haverhill, Massachusetts. The site is bordered by Interstate Route 495 to the east and by the Merrimack River to the north, south, and west. <br />
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Covanta Haverhill, owned and operated by Covanta Energy, Inc, began commercial operation in June 1989. The site presently includes the Energy from Waste Municipal Waste Combustor facility (MWC), the 70 acre Ward Hill Neck Landfill, a Fleet Maintenance Garage (FMG) and a parts warehouse. <br />
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<li><strong><a name="II"></a>Covanta Haverhill Energy from Waste (EfW) Facility</strong> <br />
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The Covanta Haverhill Energy from Waste facility operates two 825 tons-per-day municipal waste combustors equipped with Martin® reverse-reciprocating grates and Zurn Waterwall Boilers. The combustors operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and are designed to combust a combined 1,650 tons per day of municipal solid waste (MSW). The combustion process reduces the volume of the solid waste being landfilled by almost 90%, increasing the landfill capacity 10-fold. <a href="/efw_process.shtml">See the Covanta Energy from Waste Facility diagram.</a> <br />
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From the combustion of the waste, each boiler produces up to 225,000 pounds of steam per hour. The steam generated from the boilers is supplied to a steam turbine that drives an electric generator capable of producing up to 49 Megawatts of renewable electricity. Covanta Haverhill uses approximately 5 Megawatts for its own machinery and the remainder is provided to the New England power grid system. <br />
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<strong>Air Pollution Controls</strong> <br />
The municipal waste combustor boilers are equipped with state of the art pollution control equipment including:</li>
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<li>Highly efficient Martin Stoker combustion controls to destroy organic compounds such as dioxins and control the formation of carbon monoxide emissions;</li>
<li>Covanta patented LoNOx control systems and SNCR injection systems to control nitrogen oxides;</li>
<li>Lime injection scrubbers that utilize a lime/water slurry mixture to neutralize acid gases, such as sulfur dioxide and hydrogen chloride;</li>
<li>Carbon injection system to reduce metal emissions including mercury and;</li>
<li>Fabric filter baghouse to remove dust and contaminants from the flue gas before it exits the stack.</li>
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<p>The flue gas exiting the stack is continuously monitored by CEM computers in the operations center to make sure emissions levels are in compliance with regulations. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MA DEP) has established compliance regulations, which are in most cases, even stricter than are mandated by the federal US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Covanta Haverhill, in turn, maintains levels of emissions even lower than what is required by the MA DEP regulations. <br />
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<strong>Ash System</strong> <br />
The combined ash residue is moistened, cooled, and further processed to remove metals for recycling. The ash is classified as non-hazardous waste in accordance with USEPA and MA DEP standards, and is landfilled at the on-site state of the art Ward Hill Neck landfill. <br />
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The Ward Hill Neck landfill was first constructed in the early 1980’s as a municipal solid waste landfill. In 1988, the MA DEP approved a Master Plan for the landfill that detailed the development of the landfill in 14 phases (I – XIV) to provide for 20 years of residual disposal capacity. In 2003, the DEP approved an expansion that added phases XV and XVI to the site’s capacity. The current facility is approximately 70 acres in area. <br />
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Prior to the Energy from Waste facility, the landfill accepted municipal solid waste from area towns. Since 1989 and the startup of the EfW facility, the landfill has generally only accepted ash from municipal waste combustors. However, it does serve as an emergency MSW waste bypass facility in case an emergency should occur at the municipal waste combustors. <br />
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At this time, the Landfill Phases I-IX, XIII and XIV have been filled and closed utilizing a MA DEP approved cap design. Phases XI, XII and XV are currently permitted for waste. Phase X was eliminated from the master plan. Phase XVI will be constructed in the future. <br />
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The newest landfill cells are equipped with a 7-layer liner system, one of the most stringent liner designs in the country. There are 3 primary layers, a leak detection layer that is continuously monitored, and 3 additional protective layers. Water that percolates down through the waste to the liner system is collected onsite as Leachate. The treated leachate is pumped back to the Energy from Waste facility to be reused for cooling the ash and the air pollution control equipment. Since 2003, Covanta Haverhill has not discharged any wastewater (EfW facility or landfill) to the city of Haverhill’s sewer system. The recycling of wastewater has also reduced the amount of fresh water that the facility must utilize from the municipal water supply. <br />
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All closed capped areas of the landfill are equipped with a landfill gas (LFG) collection system. The LFG system serves to collect landfill gas generated from MSW waste, prevent odors to the community, and prevent greenhouse gas (methane) emissions. Once collected, the gas is safely combusted in an onsite landfill Gas Engine to generate 1.6 megawatts of renewable electricity thus reducing greenhouse gases from fossil fuels.<br />
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<strong>Fleet Maintenance Garage (FMG)</strong> <br />
The FMG is utilized to maintain and repair the transportation fleet, all landfill equipment, front-end loaders used at the EfW, and all miscellaneous mobile equipment. <br />
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For more information on Covanta Energy visit the corporate website: <a href="http://www.covantaholding.com">http://www.covantaholding.com</a> <br />
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For more information on Municipal Waste Combustors and their regulations, visit the MA DEP’s website at: <a href="http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/solid/mwc.htm">http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/solid/mwc.htm</a> <br />
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</ol> Community Outreachhttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-community.html2009-03-19T08:56:11Z
<p>Covanta Haverhill Inc. is committed to being an active and supportive community member. Covanta believes it has a responsibility to give back to the community by investing in communities where we operate; providing jobs for local residents; and supporting education, the environment, social and economic development. Over the past 20 years, it has been a sponsor of many public, private and non-profit organizations. Sponsorship has included in-kind donations of monetary funds, equipment, and/or time and labor.</p>
<p>Covanta Haverhill Inc. is also committed to providing those living in the community with a better understanding of the benefits of their neighborhood Energy from Waste facility. If there are any community concerns regarding the facility or its operation, please contact us using the information found in the “<a href="haverhill-contact-us.html">Contact Us</a>” section of this website.</p>
<p>As a component of membership in the US EPA Performance Track program, Covanta Haverhill Inc. completes an Annual Performance Report in which it demonstrates to US EPA and the public its environmental accomplishments over the year, its continued high level of environmental performance, and its maintenance of the Performance Track membership criteria.</p>
<p>For recent annual reports, visit: <a target="_blank" href="https://yosemite.epa.gov/opei/ptrack.nsf/vaMembersSortPages/faMembersByParentCompany#12"><img height="70" alt="" width="225" border="0" src="/uploads/11/Image/PerformanceTrackLogo.jpg" /></a><br />
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Covanta Haverhill Inc. provides escorted tours of the facility to anyone interested in learning more about the Energy from Waste process. The facility has hosted tours for students from local grade schools, high schools, universities and colleges, various civic and community organizations, and our customers. For additional information or to schedule a tour, please refer to the “<a href="haverhill-tours.html">Tours</a>” section of this website.</p>
<p>Covanta Haverhill Inc is an active member in the Haverhill Chamber of Commerce and the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce. These chambers serve as a voice for businesses in the Merrimack Valley region of Massachusetts. The chambers meet regularly to discuss new regulations, community changes and various other topics. The chambers’ highly respected public policy staff works with state legislators and officials to help shape specific laws and to promote a regulatory system that responds to businesses’ concerns.</p>
<p>Covanta Haverhill Inc is an active participant in Merrimack Valley Regional Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC).</p>
<p>Over the past ten years, Covanta Haverhill has been a sponsor of many public, private, and non-profit organizations. Sponsorship has included in-kind donations of monetary funds, equipment, and/or labor.</p>
<p>The following is a non-comprehensive list of organizations that have received Covanta Haverhill support.</p>
<p><strong>Schools/Public Departments <br />
</strong>Haverhill Fire Department <br />
Haverhill Police Department <br />
Haverhill Public Schools<br />
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Emmaus House <br />
Friends of Bethany <br />
Haverhill Boy's Club<br />
Haverhill Historical Society <br />
Tony Sapienza Scholarship Fund <br />
VFW Santa Parade</p> Committment to Environmenthttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-environmental.html2009-11-05T00:56:04Z
<p>Covanta Haverhill Inc. believes that responsible stewardship of the environment is essential for business efficiency and success. Therefore, Covanta Haverhill Inc.is committed to protecting the environment in which it operates and pledges to operate in compliance with applicable laws pertaining to human health and the environment. <br />
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This commitment is embodied in the <a href="http://covantasecure.missiondata.net/site/solutions/environmental-stewardship.html">Covanta Environmental Policy</a> through five Environmental Principles:</p>
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<li>Protection</li>
<li>Compliance</li>
<li>Conservation</li>
<li>Qualification</li>
<li>Commitment</li>
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<p>The Environmental Policy and the associated environmental principles are communicated to all employees and the general public. Questions regarding the Environmental Policy from the facility’s workforce and external interested and affected parties are encouraged through effective communication procedures. <br />
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As an environmentally-responsible operator, Covanta Haverhill developed a site-wide Environmental Management System (EMS) based on applicable federal regulations and good management practices (GMPs) to ensure:</p>
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<li>Compliance with applicable regulations and permits;</li>
<li>Prevention of releases to the environment;</li>
<li>Conservation of natural resources by waste minimization,</li>
<li>Qualification of employees through training and education, and</li>
<li>Continued improvement of environmental performance.</li>
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<p>The EMS outlines facility procedures and standards and identifies all aspects of the facility’s operation that have a potential environmental impact. Top priority is given to prevention of pollution and continual improvement of environmental performance.</p>
<p> </p> Protecting the Environmenthttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-protecting-the-environment.html2009-03-19T08:58:09Z
<div><strong>USEPA Performance Track Member </strong></div>
<div>As an USEPA Performance Track Member, Covanta Haverhill has:</div>
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<li>Reduced annual diesel fuel use by more than 7000 gallons.</li>
<li>Recycled over 7000 tons of glass in onsite landfill projects.</li>
<li>Continued work with the city of Lawrence, MA to redevelop a former Covanta power plant site into a city park.</li>
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<div><strong>Developing Renewable Energy</strong></div>
<div>Covanta Haverhill has been very active exploring renewable energy in addition to its Energy from Waste facility including: </div>
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<li>Landfill Gas: Constructing a new 1.6 MW landfill gas-fired engine.</li>
<li>Wind power: Operating a new 10KW wind turbine in operation and evaluating commercial scale wind project.</li>
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<div><strong>Superior Emissions Reductions</strong></div>
<div>In 2000, the facility was retrofitted with new fabric filter technology, mercury controls, and NOx control systems to reduce emissions far below the most stringent requirements in the country.</div>
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<div><strong>Zero Discharge of Waste Water to Environment </strong></div>
<div>Since 2002, both the landfill and Energy from Waste facility have eliminated all waste water discharge to the city of Haverhill (Over 10 million gallons/year).</div>
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<div><strong>Eliminating Chemical Use:</strong></div>
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<li>In 1999, Facility eliminated the bulk use of Sulfuric Acid and Sodium Hydroxide through the installation of a reverse osmosis system.</li>
<li>2007-2008, Facility installed a new Covanta patented Lo-NOx Nitrogen Oxide Control System, thus dramatically reducing the amount of aqueous ammonia necessary to reduce NOx emmissions.</li>
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<li>Facility recycles more than 11,000 tons of metal each year.</li>
<li>Through the Mercury Product Separation Program, Covanta helps Massachusetts businesses and communities divert over 600 pounds of mercury from the waste stream annually.</li>
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As part of Massachusetts’s Zero Mercury Strategy, the Covanta Haverhill Energy from Waste Facility has developed a program to promote the recycling of mercury containing products. <br />
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Covanta’s Mercury Material Separation Program (MSP) was first kicked off in 2001. Since then, the plan has been evaluated each year and has evolved to target many different sources of mercury that are found in every day products seen in homes, businesses and public buildings. As a result of stricter air pollution controls and the Material Separation Plans, the US EPA estimates that mercury emissions have been reduced by 91%. <br />
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Covanta Haverhill, Inc. employs a full-time MSP Coordinator, Daniel Harty, who works with the client communities that send their municipal waste to Covanta Haverhill. <br />
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In 2008, Covanta Haverhill collected and properly disposed of more than 75 lbs of mercury recovered from thousands of thermostats, thermometers, devices and over 228,000 feet of fluorescent lighting. <br />
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Covanta Haverhill’s Material Separation Plan has five main components: <br />
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<strong>1. Public Awareness.</strong> <br />
This component is designed to educate the public through radio advertisements, printed media, and presentations, about mercury-containing products and how to properly dispose of them. <br />
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<strong>2. Public Collection Events</strong>. <br />
Covanta Haverhill sponsors mercury product collection events for its client communities throughout the year. Each event provides an opportunity for businesses and residents to recycle spent bulbs (fluorescent, HID, etc.) at NO COST. Residents may also bring in any other mercury-containing products including thermostats, button batteries, fever thermometers, and containers of mercury. Businesses with larger amounts of light bulbs may opt to send them directly to the recycler, and Covanta will reimburse them for 50% of the cost. <br />
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<strong>3. Thermometer Swaps.</strong> <br />
A program has been set up to recycle mercury- containing thermometers. The thermometer swaps are held throughout the year at senior centers, local fairs, and during flu clinics. When a mercury thermometer is turned in, a digital one is given as a replacement. In addition, each community’s health department has been set up with thermometer recycling pails and digital replacements for ongoing recycling. <br />
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<strong>4. Municipal Reimbursement For Mercury Programs</strong> <br />
To assist communities with the cost associated with mercury product recycling, Covanta reimburses all Covanta contract communities for the cost incurred in collecting, storing, and recycling of residentially and/or municipally generated mercury containing products (fluorescent bulbs, thermostats, thermometers, etc) collected at HHW days or at permanent facilities (Universal Waste Sheds). <br />
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<strong>5. Tradesman Partnership.</strong> <br />
This program provides outreach to tradesmen that regularly deal with mercury-containing products such as thermostats and bulbs. Specifically, Covanta provides a financial incentive to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) mechanics, plumbers, and other tradesmen and assists with proper disposal of the products. <br />
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<strong>6. School/Health Clinic Clean Outs and Outreach.</strong> <br />
In this program, Covanta has retained an engineering firm to conduct thorough surveys of school buildings for any mercury-containing products. Once the survey is complete, Covanta Haverhill will coordinate the removal of these products and their replacement with non-mercury substitutes at no cost to the school. <br />
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Visit <a target="_blank" href="http://www.keepmercuryfromrising.org">http://www.keepmercuryfromrising.org</a> , a Covanta-sponsored website for more information on which products contain mercury and where you can recycle your mercury product. <br />
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Visit the MA DEP website, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/solid/mspcomp.htm">http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/solid/mspcomp.htm</a> to review our complete material separation plan. Our annual reports are also available at that site if you would like to get more information on the success of the program. <br />
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Daniel Harty, Material Separation Coordinator <br />
Covanta Haverhill <br />
100 Recovery Way <br />
Haverhill, MA 01835 <br />
(978) 241-3002 <br />
<a href="mailto:dharty@covantaenergy.com">dharty@covantaenergy.com</a> <br />
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<p> </p> Newshttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-news.html2009-03-19T12:24:07Z
<p>March 2009 – Covanta Haverhill has updated its website! Check out the new links for information about our facility and community programs, or contact us to inquire about a tour.</p>
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<p>November 23, 2008 – Covanta Haverhill is awarded First Place for the Most Original/Creative Float in the business division at the 44th Annual VFW Santa Parade in Haverhill Massachusetts.</p>
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<p>October 23, 2008 – Covanta Haverhill receives the 2008 SWANA Management Award for Landfill excellence.</p>
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<p>(Red Norcross and George Drew accepting the award at the WasteCon Conference in Tampa, Florida.)</p>
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<p>September 28, 2007 – Covanta Haverhill receives its 1st Re-Approval from OSHA for its VPP STAR Facility membership.</p>
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<p>May 9, 2006 – USEPA New England Regional Office applauds Covanta Haverhill and five other new Performance Track member institutions for stepping up to the plate to help better protect the region’s air, water and land.</p>
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<p>May 4, 2006 – Covanta Haverhill, Inc. receives the USEPA Region 1 Environmental Merit Award for outstanding efforts in preserving New England’s environment.</p>
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(US EPA Administrator, Stephen L. Johnson (left) and US EPA NE Regional Administrator, Robert W. Varney (right), congratulate George Drew and Gary Thein from Covanta Energy for Covanta Haverhill’s acceptance into the US EPA Performance Track program)</p>
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<p align="left">April 27, 2006 - USEPA announces that Covanta Haverhill has been accepted into EPA’s National Environmental Performance Track Program.</p>
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<p>May 17, 2004 – The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Solid Waste Processing Division (SWPD) recognizes Covanta Haverhill, Inc. as the “Large Waste to Energy Facility of the Year”. This award is given annually to solid waste processing facilities for both combustion and material recovery.</p>
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<p>June 15, 2004 – OSHA Region 1 presents Covanta Haverhill the Bronze Star award in recognition of its participation in the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).</p>
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<p>November 21, 2003 – Covanta Haverhill, Inc. celebrated entry into the OSHA Voluntary Participation Program (VPP) with its flag raising ceremony. Covanta Haverhill has earned the distinction of being the first Covanta Energy facility to enter the VPP ranks.</p>
<p> </p> Recyclinghttp://www.covantaholding.com/site/haverhill/haverhill-recycling.html2009-03-19T09:01:56Z
<p>In 2008, the Covanta Haverhill facility recycled over 11,000 tons or 22 million pounds of metal from the waste that it received. As part of the mercury product outreach program (See Mercury Recovery), over 111 pounds of mercury contained in various products were diverted away from the waste stream and properly managed.</p>
<p>For the last 16 years, Covanta Haverhill, Inc. has overseen a Recycling Committee for the municipalities that send their waste to our facility. Daniel Harty, Covanta Haverhill’s MSP Coordinator (See Mercury Recovery) coordinates the committee. The committee meets four times a year to discuss various community recycling initiatives and to share success stories. Each client community is welcome to send a representative, volunteer or otherwise, to the meetings. MA DEP and Municipal Assistance Coordinators (MACs) also attend the meetings to inform communities of statewide recycling programs and opportunities. In addition, each community receives a grant from Covanta Haverhill every quarter to help fund further recycling efforts. The following is a list of Recycling Committee members:</p>
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<td>Danvers</td>
<td>Lynnfield</td>
<td>Harvard</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Essex</td>
<td>Melrose</td>
<td>MAC Central</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Groton</td>
<td>Middleton</td>
<td>MA DEP</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Haverhill</td>
<td>Reading</td>
<td>MAC Northeast</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lawrence</td>
<td>Stoneham</td>
<td> </td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<p>For more than 10 years, Covanta Haverhill, Inc. has overseen a Recycling Committee for the municipalities that send their waste to our facility. Daniel Harty, Covanta Haverhill’s Material Separation Program (MSP) Coordinator, coordinates the committee, which meets four times a year to discuss various community recycling initiatives and to share success stories. Each client community is welcome to send a representative, volunteer or otherwise, to the meetings. Municipal Assistance Coordinators (MACs) also attend the meetings to inform communities of statewide recycling programs and opportunities. In addition, each community receives a grant from Covanta Haverhill every quarter to help fund further recycling efforts. </p>
<p>The following is a list of Recycling Committee members: </p>
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<p>Massachusetts:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>-Ayer<br />
-Danvers <br />
-Essex <br />
-Groton <br />
-Harvard <br />
-Haverhill <br />
-Lawrence <br />
-Littleton <br />
-Lynnfield <br />
-Melrose <br />
-Middleton <br />
-Reading <br />
-Stoneham <br />
-Wakefield </p>
</blockquote>
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<p>New Hampshire: </p>
<blockquote>
<p>-Salem</p>
</blockquote></blockquote>
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<p><strong>Come See How It Works</strong> - Covanta Haverhill, Inc offers escorted tours of the facility to student groups or community organizations interested in learning more how Covanta Haverhill continues to provide Renewable Energy from Waste for a Cleaner World.<br />
Tours must be scheduled in advance.<br />
Contact: <br />
Joe Becker, Facility Manager<br />
(978) 241-3069 <br />
<a href="mailto:jlynch@covantaenergy.com">jbecker@covantaenergy.com </a></p>
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<p>If have any questions, comments or concerns regarding Covanta Haverhill Inc, you may contact:</p>
<blockquote dir="ltr" style="margin-right: 0px">
<p>Joe Becker, Facility Manager<br />
(978) 241-3069 <br />
<a href="mailto:jbecker@covantaenergy.com">jbecker@covantaenergy.com</a></p>
</blockquote>
<p>or</p>
<blockquote dir="ltr" style="margin-right: 0px">
<p>George Drew, Environmental Compliance Specialist <br />
(978) 241-3025 <br />
<a href="mailto:gdrew@covantaenergy.com">gdrew@covantaenergy.com</a></p>
</blockquote>
<p>Covanta Haverhill <br />
100 Recovery Way <br />
Haverhill, MA 01835 <br />
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11<div><strong>USEPA Performance Track Member </strong></div>
<div>As an USEPA Performance Track Member, Covanta Haverhill has:</div>
<ul>
<li>Reduced annual diesel fuel use by more than 7000 gallons.</li>
<li>Recycled over 7000 tons of glass in onsite landfill projects.</li>
<li>Continued work with the city of Lawrence, MA to redevelop a former Covanta power plant site into a city park.</li>
</ul>
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<div><strong>Developing Renewable Energy</strong></div>
<div>Covanta Haverhill has been very active exploring renewable energy in addition to its Energy from Waste facility including: </div>
<ul>
<li>Landfill Gas: Constructing a new 1.6 MW landfill gas-fired engine.</li>
<li>Wind power: Operating a new 10KW wind turbine in operation and evaluating commercial scale wind project.</li>
</ul>
<div><strong> </strong></div>
<div><strong>Superior Emissions Reductions</strong></div>
<div>In 2000, the facility was retrofitted with new fabric filter technology, mercury controls, and NOx control systems to reduce emissions far below the most stringent requirements in the country.</div>
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<div><strong>Zero Discharge of Waste Water to Environment </strong></div>
<div>Since 2002, both the landfill and Energy from Waste facility have eliminated all waste water discharge to the city of Haverhill (Over 10 million gallons/year).</div>
<div><strong> </strong></div>
<div><strong>Eliminating Chemical Use:</strong></div>
<ul>
<li>In 1999, Facility eliminated the bulk use of Sulfuric Acid and Sodium Hydroxide through the installation of a reverse osmosis system.</li>
<li>2007-2008, Facility installed a new Covanta patented Lo-NOx Nitrogen Oxide Control System, thus dramatically reducing the amount of aqueous ammonia necessary to reduce NOx emmissions.</li>
</ul>
<div><strong> </strong></div>
<div><strong>Recycling efforts</strong></div>
<ul>
<li>Facility recycles more than 11,000 tons of metal each year.</li>
<li>Through the Mercury Product Separation Program, Covanta helps Massachusetts businesses and communities divert over 600 pounds of mercury from the waste stream annually.</li>
</ul>
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