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Black & Veatch’s Cindy Wallis-Lage, Dr. James Barnard Elected to National Academy of Engineering

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Thursday, March 4, 2021

Black & Veatchs Cindy Wallis-Lage and Dr. James Barnard have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer.

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  • Black & Veatchs Cindy Wallis-Lage and Dr. James Barnard have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer.
  • Among the 129 new members elected, 23 of them international, Wallis-Lage was chosen for applying innovative technology to complex, large-scale water infrastructure systems, the NAE said.
  • The academy said Barnard was selected based on development and implementation of biological nutrient removal in (waste)water treatment.
  • Founded in 1964, the U.S. National Academy of Engineering is a private, independent, nonprofit institution that provides engineering leadership in service to the nation.

New Jersey American Water to Start Annual Spring Cleaning

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Beginning March 15 and into the fall months, New Jersey American Water will perform the annual cleaning of its water distribution system to support the continued provision of high-quality, reliable water service to our customers.

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  • Beginning March 15 and into the fall months, New Jersey American Water will perform the annual cleaning of its water distribution system to support the continued provision of high-quality, reliable water service to our customers.
  • While water mains are being cleaned, customers may notice short periods of low water pressure or discolored water.
  • If customers experience temporary water discoloration, New Jersey American Water recommends running the cold water until it is clear.
  • New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.8 million people.

Northwest Pipe Company to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results on March 3, 2021

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021

VANCOUVER, Wash., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today it intends to release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.

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  • VANCOUVER, Wash., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Pipe Company (NASDAQ: NWPX), an industry leader of engineered pipeline systems for water infrastructure, announced today it intends to release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.
  • Scott Montross, Northwest Pipe Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Aaron Wilkins, Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2020 results on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time.
  • Founded in 1966, Northwest Pipe Company is a leading manufacturer for water related infrastructure products.
  • Northwest Pipe Company provides solution-based products for a wide range of markets including water transmission and infrastructure, water and wastewater plant piping, structural stormwater and sewer systems, trenchless technology, and piping rehabilitation.

Water Systems Council Announces Board of Directors for 2021

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Water Systems Council , the only national nonprofit organization solely focused on household wells and small water well systems, recently announced its Board of Directors for 2021.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Water Systems Council , the only national nonprofit organization solely focused on household wells and small water well systems, recently announced its Board of Directors for 2021.
  • The other new member on the Board of Directors is Mike Wesdell with Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC.
  • The Water Systems Council is the only national nonprofit organization solely focused on household wells and small water well systems.
  • WSC is committed to ensuring that Americans who get their water from household private wells have safe, reliable drinking water and to protecting our nation's groundwater resources.

Pennsylvania American Water Invested $400 Million Statewide in 2020

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Our goal at Pennsylvania American Water is to provide safe, reliable, environmentally responsible water and wastewater service to the 2.4 million Pennsylvanians who rely on us, said Mike Doran, president of Pennsylvania American Water.

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  • Our goal at Pennsylvania American Water is to provide safe, reliable, environmentally responsible water and wastewater service to the 2.4 million Pennsylvanians who rely on us, said Mike Doran, president of Pennsylvania American Water.
  • The companys 2020 system improvement highlights include:
    Water and Wastewater Mains: Pennsylvania American Water invested approximately $130 million to replace more than 126 miles (667,747 feet) of aging water and sewer pipelines.
  • Source Water, Treatment and Other Production System Improvements: Pennsylvania American Water invested more than $46 million for improvements to its water and wastewater treatment facilities across the state.
  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

Forterra Announces Fourth Quarter 2020 Earnings Schedule

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Monday, February 15, 2021

Forterra is a leading manufacturer of water and drainage pipe and products in the U.S. and Eastern Canada for a variety of water-related infrastructure applications, including water transmission, distribution, drainage and stormwater systems.

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  • Forterra is a leading manufacturer of water and drainage pipe and products in the U.S. and Eastern Canada for a variety of water-related infrastructure applications, including water transmission, distribution, drainage and stormwater systems.
  • Based in Irving, Texas, Forterras product breadth and scale help make it a one-stop shop for water-related pipe and products and a preferred supplier to a wide variety of customers, including contractors, distributors and municipalities.
  • For more information on Forterra, visit http://forterrabp.com .

Watts Water Technologies Announces Webcast of its Presentation in Gabelli Funds 31st Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Virtual Symposium

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Thursday, February 11, 2021

Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS) today announced that Robert J. Pagano, Jr., Chief Executive Officer & President, Shashank Patel, Chief Financial Officer, and Timothy M. MacPhee, Treasurer & Vice President Investor Relations will present at the Gabelli Funds 31st Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Virtual Symposium Thursday, February 25, 2021, starting at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.

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  • Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS) today announced that Robert J. Pagano, Jr., Chief Executive Officer & President, Shashank Patel, Chief Financial Officer, and Timothy M. MacPhee, Treasurer & Vice President Investor Relations will present at the Gabelli Funds 31st Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Virtual Symposium Thursday, February 25, 2021, starting at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.
  • The presentation will be broadcast via Wall Street Webcasting.
  • Watts Water Technologies, Inc., through its family of companies, is a global manufacturer headquartered in the USA that provides one of the broadest plumbing, heating, and water quality product lines in the world.
  • Watts Water companies and brands offer innovative plumbing, heating, and water quality solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial applications.

Illinois American Water Completes $1.1 Million in Investment Projects at Rosiclare Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

In the first eight months since acquiring the City of Rosiclare water production system and wastewater system, Illinois American Water has invested approximately $1.1 million in upgrades.

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  • In the first eight months since acquiring the City of Rosiclare water production system and wastewater system, Illinois American Water has invested approximately $1.1 million in upgrades.
  • Mike Brown, operations superintendent, explained, Illinois American Water continuously makes improvements to support safety, efficiencies and water quality.
  • About Illinois American Water - Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to make sure we keep their lives flowing.

San Jose Water Files General Rate Case Application Focused On Infrastructure Replacement and Water Quality Projects

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

San Jose Water Company (San Jose Water), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SJW Group (NYSE: SJW), announced the filing of its 2021 General Rate Case (GRC) application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

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  • San Jose Water Company (San Jose Water), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SJW Group (NYSE: SJW), announced the filing of its 2021 General Rate Case (GRC) application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • San Jose Water provides water service to over one million people in the greater San Jose metropolitan area.
  • Since 2005, San Jose Water has spent more than $1.2 billion to upgrade water infrastructure ensuring the continued safe and reliable delivery of high-quality water service.
  • Serving over one million people in the greater San Jose metropolitan area, San Jose Water also provides services to other utilities including operations and maintenance, billing, and backflow testing.

Consider Water Hygiene as you update your Business Continuity Plan for 2021

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Your Business Continuity Plan needs water safety updates to protect people using the space from infection and your business from the unplanned costs of insurance claims and lawsuits that may arise from not addressing these simple items.

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  • Your Business Continuity Plan needs water safety updates to protect people using the space from infection and your business from the unplanned costs of insurance claims and lawsuits that may arise from not addressing these simple items.
  • A Water Hygiene Specialist can make this an easier task, as they are knowledgeable about pH, system temperature and disinfectant residual that affect biological growth.
  • They are certified to create a Water Management Plan to protect your business.
  • Newer controller systems provide remote control so your water treater can review changes in the water system daily.