[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 151 (Wednesday, October 21, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2267]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECEIPT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARD BY COORS BREWING COMPANY

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                           HON. BOB GOODLATTE

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 20, 1998

  Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay recognition to the 
outstanding work done by Coors Brewing Company in its Shenandoah 
facility in the area of protecting the environment. Under the 
leadership of plant manager, Bob Merchant, Coors was recently awarded 
the Environmental Excellence Award by the Virginia Water Environment 
Association (VWEA).
  VWEA is one of 77 members of the Water Environment Federation. The 
Federation is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the 
global water environment and is committed to providing technical 
information to a worldwide audience, expanding quality services to 
members, and building alliances with other organizations.
  VWEA selected Coors for its environmental commitment in the area of 
wastewater treatment for using the most advanced technology and for 
adhering to the highest of water quality standards--all in the effort 
to protect the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. The Association also 
recognized the company for developing and implementing specific actions 
for eliminating nonpoint source pollution, and educating the citizens 
of the Commonwealth about the protection, conservation and wise 
utilization of water.
  This forward-thinking operation is a model for any company that seeks 
to go above and beyond simple compliance in its management of 
environmental issues.
  After all, water is one of the most important ingredients in beer, 
and it is one with which consumers closely identify the company. Coors' 
commitment to water conservation and environmental control began when 
the brewery opened its doors 125 years ago, and their commitment 
clearly continues to this day.
  The Coors Shenandoah facility at Elkton, Virginia, has been a great 
neighbor, a good employer, and a place we have over the years come to 
count on for true leadership on a range of important environmental 
issues. It is with pride and pleasure that I pay tribute to the 
outstanding performance of Coors Shenandoah.

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