Virginia American Water highlighted stagnant water infrastructure grades of C+ for drinking water and D+ for wastewater in the 2026 ASCE report, unchanged since 2022. The company emphasized the need for urgent investment to address aging systems, operator shortages, and climate resilience challenges. To improve service reliability and safety, Virginia American Water will invest over $360 million in the next five years to upgrade its water and wastewater systems serving 365,000 people. This long-term investment aims to ensure sustainable, affordable water services for future generations in Virginia.
Illinois American Water has opened its "Water Keeps Life Flowing" art contest for 3rd to 5th graders to creatively express the value of high-quality water service. The contest runs until November 13, 2026, encouraging students to connect art and scie...
Pennsylvania American Water marks the 35th anniversary of its H2O Help to Others program, which provides financial aid to low-income customers through grants, bill discounts, debt forgiveness, and water-saving resources. Since 1991, the program has h...
California American Water received an $864,500 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to fund wildfire resilience upgrades at two critical water facilities in Monterey County. The project, covering 84% of the $1.03 million cost, will enh...
American Water, the largest regulated water utility in the U.S., announced leadership changes for its Missouri and Illinois subsidiaries. Rich Svindland will resign as president of Missouri American Water effective October 23, 2026. Rebecca Losli, cu...
