Aqua Pennsylvania secures nearly $15.3 million in PENNVEST funding
WTRG•Aqua Pennsylvania secured nearly $15.3 million in PENNVEST principal forgiveness and low-interest loans for wastewater and PFAS treatment projects. The funding brings its total PENNVEST funding since 2021 to $278.4 million.
1. Project funding
The Pinecrest wastewater plant overhaul will receive $11 million, with construction expected to finish in late spring 2028. Nearly $4.3 million will support PFAS treatment projects in Chester and Montgomery counties, which are expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
2. PFAS treatment
The PFAS projects will serve nearly 725 customers and bring the sites into compliance with EPA drinking water standards.
