Funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
California Water Infrastructure

Funding Available for Wastewater Treatment Facilities to Cut Energy Costs

Since 2001, the California Wastewater Process Optimization Program (CalPOP) has helped wastewater treatment facilities optimize their processes, cutting energy costs and saving money across the state.

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200+
Facility Audits Conducted
50+
Installations Completed
30,000
MWh Saved Annually
2001
Program Since
How CalPOP Works

CalPOP works with plant personnel to perform free process audits, install new equipment, and provide operator training to work with optimized systems — at no cost to participating facilities.

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Free Process Audits

Our engineering staff conducts comprehensive on-site audits to identify energy inefficiencies and optimization opportunities at your wastewater treatment facility.

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Equipment Installation

From aerator cycling in lagoon facilities to 400 HP high-efficiency blower upgrades, we implement projects of all sizes — fully funded by the Program.

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Operator Training

We provide hands-on training so your operators can maintain and optimize the upgraded systems long after Program implementation is complete.

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Significant Grants Available

With significant grant funding still available, there are moneys that could pay for energy saving equipment and process improvements at your treatment facility.

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Over Two Decades of California Water Infrastructure Optimization

Since 2001, CalPOP has helped more than forty California treatment facilities benefit from this fully funded Program. Our team at Quantum Energy Services & Technologies, Inc. (QuEST) has delivered exceptional value with a dedication to technical excellence and client satisfaction.

We have extensive experience providing energy efficiency audits, analyses, and recommendations — from small Central Valley farming communities to large coastal municipalities.

Disclosure: This Program is funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Participation is voluntary and does not obligate the consumer to purchase any full-fee service or other service not funded by the Program.
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Serving California Water Infrastructure

CalPOP serves wastewater treatment facilities throughout California. For residential and commercial plumbing needs in the Los Angeles area, we also maintain a directory of licensed local contractors.

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Drain & Wastewater Services

Professional drain optimization and wastewater management solutions for California facilities and residential properties.

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Sewer System Optimization

Comprehensive sewer infrastructure assessment and optimization programs for municipalities and private facilities.

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Water Heater Efficiency

Energy-efficient water heating solutions aligned with California's sustainability goals and utility incentive programs.

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CalWastewater maintains a directory of vetted, licensed plumbing contractors serving the greater Los Angeles area and San Fernando Valley.

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