AlexRenew

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We are independent public authority that treats Alexandria’s wastewater to improve our local waterways. M-F 8am-5pm | Billing M-F 6am-6pm | https://linktr.ee/alexrenew To request that an image of you be removed, contact communications@alexrenew.com.

⚡ Looking for a meaningful career with room to grow? In our latest Career Spotlight, Marcela shares how AlexRenew's apprenticeship program helped her build a career in the wastewater industry while protecting public health and the environment.

🌧️💪🛶 Four months in and RiverRenew has already prevented 100 million gallons of combined sewage and six tons of trash and debris from entering Alexandria's waterways. Learn more about the project that's been working hard to protect our community at the link in our bio.

Graphic indicating that RiverRenew has seen 21 storm events, captured 100 million gallons of combined sewage, and directed 6 tons of trash and debris away from the Potomac River since July 1.

Today AlexRenew attended the Engineering News-Record (ENR) 2026 Best Project awards ceremony for our RiverRenew program. We're honored to receive recognition for the innovation, teamwork, and engineering excellence that went into the program.

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Yesterday CEO and General Manager Justin Carl shared successes and lessons learned from the RiverRenew project with the Virginia State Water Commission. View the full presentation at the link in our bio.

Map illustrating the RiverRenew Tunnel System in Alexandria, Virginia. Key locations include the Tunnel Pumping Station at AlexRenew and combined sewer system outfalls at Pendleton Street (CSO 019), Hooffs Run (CSO 022), and Royal Street (CSO 020). The map shows diversion facilities, chambers, and the tunnel system area, with landmarks like Eisenhower Avenue and Braddock Road Metro Station. The Potomac River is depicted to the east.

Today marks the 54th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, landmark legislation passed in 1972 in response to heavy pollution in waterways across the country. AlexRenew continues to protect our waterways and public health – see the latest project updates at the link in our bio.

A tranquil scene at a waterfront during sunset, featuring two swings with people sitting on one. Another person stands near an informational sign. Calm water and a distant shoreline are visible under a clear sky.

🌅 This month we're celebrating a year of RiverRenew Plaza. The best part? Beneath those panoramic sunrise views is a diversion facility that prevents millions of gallons of combined sewage from overflowing into the Potomac River each year. Learn more at the link in our bio.

A waterfront walkway at sunrise with benches lining the path. Buildings, including the Alexandria skyline, are visible across the water, under a clear sky.A person walks along a sunlit promenade at sunrise with seating areas and lampposts lining the path. The promenade overlooks the river.

📷 Behind the scenes at AlexRenew: Apprentices and maintenance team members are busy learning the ins and outs of the RiverRenew pumping station. Shout out to the team who keeps our entire plant running smoothly and efficiently 24/7/365!

A group of people in blue and high vis uniforms with hard hats. In the background is a white-painted pumping station.AlexRenew staff observe a trainer as he explains part of a large pump.View of a white-painted pumping station with large pumps and many tubes and pipes.

Last week members of the RiverRenew team installed a rain gauge on top of Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy. This gauge, as well as the ones we already use, will help us gather more data on localized rainfall patterns during storms when RiverRenew goes into service.

Photo of the entrance to Lyles Crouch middle school with a circular popup photo in one corner showing a picture of the rain gauge labelled "New rain gauge installed!"

Join us in welcoming Mr. Mark Schofield to AlexRenew's Board of Directors! Mr. Schofield currently serves as Chief Financial Officer for Virginia Railway Express and has previously held senior financial leadership roles at WMATA. Read a full bio on our website.

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