Fort Washington, Pa., March 12, 2002 -- Severn Trent Laboratories (STL), an operating unit of Severn Trent Services, Inc. (STS), has been recognized by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as part of their Emerald Award Program.
This is the 3rd year that STL Miami has received this distinction for demonstrating a commitment to protecting and preserving the environment. The Emerald Award Program honors businesses in Broward County that successfully fulfill requirements in one of three categories: Pollution Prevention/Hazardous Waste Reduction; Recycling; and "Green" Products or Practices.
STL Miami was recognized in the Pollution Prevention/Hazardous Waste Reduction category for excellent archived sample handling and disposal. As part of their efforts, STL Miami has consulted with an outside vendor to explore ways to minimize waste generation and ensure that generated waste is stored and disposed of properly.
"STL Miami takes great pride in being an environmentally-responsible laboratory," remarked Mike Spitzer, STL Miami's Laboratory Director. "We are honored to receive this award and have our efforts acknowledged."
About Severn Trent Laboratories
STL (www.stl-inc.com) is the environmental laboratory business in the U.S. and Europe with 32 fixed facilities complemented by mobile laboratories and a variety of inline testing and related service capabilities.
About Severn Trent Services, Inc.
Severn Trent Services, Inc. (www.severntrentservices.com) based in Fort Washington, Pa. is a supplier of water and wastewater treatment solutions. The company's broad range of products and services include advanced disinfection and filtration technologies, pipeline analysis, rehabilitation and repair services, contract operating services and state-of-the-art residential metering products.
Its Analytical Services Division, which includes Severn Trent Laboratories (STL), is the world's provider of environmental testing services. Severn Trent Services generates annual sales of $500 million with approximately 4,500 employees. The company is part of Severn Trent Plc. (London: SVT.L), Birmingham, England, an international environmental services leader. Severn Trent is a FTSE 100 company.
