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California American Water Strengthens Water Reliability in Arden-Arcade with New Cottage Way Well

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Friday, April 5, 2024
University, Education, Other Natural Resources, Other Energy, Utilities, Natural Resources, Training, Environment, Energy, Other Education, Sustainability, Well, Water supply, American Water Works, American Water, Water, Arden-Arcade, California, Drinking water, Ageing, Renewable energy

California American Water is proud to announce the completion of the Cottage Way Well Project, a critical investment that helps ensure a safe, reliable water supply for the Arden-Arcade community within the greater Sacramento region.

Key Points: 
  • California American Water is proud to announce the completion of the Cottage Way Well Project, a critical investment that helps ensure a safe, reliable water supply for the Arden-Arcade community within the greater Sacramento region.
  • “The Cottage Way Well is an example of our commitment to providing customers with high-quality drinking water,” said Steve Dutch, Northern Division Engineering Manager at California American Water.
  • Our operations team has installed a Variable Frequency Drive at the Cottage Well site, so the flow rate can change based on demand needs automatically, saving water and energy.”
    The Cottage Way Well project exemplifies California American Water’s continued commitment to preemptively addressing aging infrastructure.
  • California American Water will continue to invest in critical upgrades throughout the region, to help ensure customers have high-quality water for decades to come.

American Water Charitable Foundation Announces National Partnership With American Red Cross With $250,000 Donation

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Philanthropy, Environment, Utilities, Natural Disasters, Energy, Foundation, Organization, American Water, Disaster, Veteran, Partnership, Red, Sleep, Hope, AWCF, Water, Community, American Red Cross, Multimedia, State, Military, Nursing

The American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has donated $250,000 to the American Red Cross as a new Disaster Responder Program member during Red Cross Month.

Key Points: 
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has donated $250,000 to the American Red Cross as a new Disaster Responder Program member during Red Cross Month.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240328660209/en/
    American Water Charitable Foundation President Carrie Williams and American Water EVP & COO Cheryl Norton present a $250,000 donation to the American Red Cross as part of the Foundation’s Disaster Relief Grant Program.
  • “As a board member of the American Red Cross New Jersey Chapter, I am proud that the American Water Charitable Foundation has become a National Disaster Responder Program member,” said Nicholl Salamone, Senior Director, Human Resources Operations, American Water and American Red Cross New Jersey Chapter Board Member.
  • Since 2012, the American Water Charitable Foundation has invested $15.5 million in funding through grants and matching gifts that positively benefit the communities where American Water and its employees live and work.

American Water’s Military Services Group to Contribute Expertise at Energy Exchange 2024 Conference

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Finance, Banking, Energy, Professional Services, Utilities, American Water, Water, Private sector

American Water Military Services Group, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it will participate in the Energy Exchange 2024 hosted by the Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program, taking place March 26 through 28 in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Key Points: 
  • American Water Military Services Group, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it will participate in the Energy Exchange 2024 hosted by the Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program, taking place March 26 through 28 in Pittsburgh, Pa.
    American Water Military Services Group will discuss critical issues across the water sector.
  • Participants include:
    The Energy Exchange 2024 represents the largest training event and tradeshow for the federal energy and water management community, bringing together federal, state and local governments, utilities, and the private sector to identify new and emerging technologies and leverage lessons learned to combat the climate crisis.
  • For more information and the full agenda, visit https://www.energy-exchange.com/ .

California American Water Celebrates Spending More Than 50% of Procurement Budget With Diverse Businesses

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Professional Services, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Other Natural Resources, Other Energy, Utilities, Natural Resources, Energy, American Water Works, American Water, Public utilities commission, Beauty, Mentorship, Supplier diversity, Water, Supplier, CPUC, Renewable energy

California American Water is proud to announce the release of its annual Supplier Diversity Report, "Celebrating the Beauty of Diversity," to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

Key Points: 
  • California American Water is proud to announce the release of its annual Supplier Diversity Report, "Celebrating the Beauty of Diversity," to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • “We are thrilled to share another outstanding year for Supplier Diversity at California American Water,” said Kevin Tilden, President of California American Water.
  • Thanks to the dedication of the company's leadership, supplier diversity team, and employees, California American Water achieved a $68.7 million spend with diverse businesses.
  • “Supplier diversity is not just a principle – it's woven into the fabric of California American Water,” said Mary Lou Ruiz, Supplier Diversity Manager at California American Water.

Missouri American Water Provides Tips to Locate and Fix Leaks During U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week 2024

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
White House, Federal Government, State, Local, Other Natural Resources, Other Energy, Recycling, Utilities, Natural Resources, Public Policy, Government, Environment, Energy, Sustainability, Water, American Water Works, Research, American Water, EPA, Running, Leak, Propane

Missouri American Water highlights the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.

Key Points: 
  • Missouri American Water highlights the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.
  • “Common household leaks are often simple to fix,” said Jody Carlson, Vice President of Operations for Missouri American Water.
  • “Ignoring a minor leak can become financially significant over time.”
    According to the EPA, the average household wastes nearly 10,000 gallons of water annually.
  • Learn more about detecting leaks and download a leak detection kit: https://www.amwater.com/moaw/Water-Wastewater-Information/Detecting-Leaks/
    Additionally, American Water received the EPA’s 2023 WaterSense Excellence Award for its strategic collaboration efforts in research and consumer education.

American Water Provides Tips to Locate and Fix Leaks During U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week 2024

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Environment, Construction & Property, Women, Environmental Health, Utilities, Men, Energy, Consumer, Residential Building & Real Estate, Water, Research, American Water, EPA, Leak, Propane

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., highlights U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.

Key Points: 
  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., highlights U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.
  • Below are a few common places to check for leaks inside your home:
    Faucets – A leaky faucet can waste nearly 3,200 gallons of water per year.
  • Boiler system – If the sound of running water is continuous and does not stop and start periodically, there may be a leak.
  • Additionally, American Water received the EPA’s 2023 WaterSense Excellence Award for strategic collaboration efforts in research and consumer education.

Pennsylvania American Water Provides Tips to Locate and Fix Leaks During U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week 2024

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 18, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Utilities, Natural Resources, Sustainability, Environment, State, Local, Energy, Other Natural Resources, Water, Research, American Water, EPA, Running, Leak, Propane

Pennsylvania American Water highlights U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.

Key Points: 
  • Pennsylvania American Water highlights U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.
  • Below are a few common places to check for leaks inside your home:
    A leaky faucet can waste nearly 3,200 gallons of water per year.
  • If the sound of running water is continuous and does not stop and start periodically, there may be a leak.
  • Learn more about detecting leaks and download a leak detection kit: https://www.amwater.com/paaw/Water-Wastewater-Information/detecting-leaks
    Additionally, American Water received the EPA’s 2023 WaterSense Excellence Award for our strategic collaboration efforts in research and consumer education.

American Water and New Jersey American Water to Contribute Expertise at American Water Works Association New Jersey 2024 Annual Conference

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Finance, Banking, Energy, Professional Services, Utilities, Water, Conference, AWWA, American Water, New Jersey American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and New Jersey American Water announced today that several representatives will participate in the American Water Works Association New Jersey (AWWA NJ) 2024 Annual Conference, taking place March 19 through 22 in Atlantic City, N.J.

Key Points: 
  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and New Jersey American Water announced today that several representatives will participate in the American Water Works Association New Jersey (AWWA NJ) 2024 Annual Conference, taking place March 19 through 22 in Atlantic City, N.J.
    American Water and New Jersey American Water will have a leading presence at the conference to discuss critical issues across the water sector.
  • Presenters include:
    The AWWA NJ Annual Conference is a gathering of water professionals and allied industry businesses across the state.
  • For more information and the full agenda, visit https://www.njawwa.org/page/AnnualConference2024 .

Missouri American Water’s 2024 Hydration Station Grant Program Accepting Applications March 15 Through April 30

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Philanthropy, Recycling, Environment, Utilities, Energy, Foundation, Community, Health, Culture, Documentation, American Water, School, Boy, Container, American Water Works, News, City, Water, Drinking water

Missouri American Water will begin accepting applications for its 2024 Hydration Station Grant Program on March 15.

Key Points: 
  • Missouri American Water will begin accepting applications for its 2024 Hydration Station Grant Program on March 15.
  • “The program is designed to make safe and healthy hydration more accessible in public spaces while promoting environmental stewardship,” said Rich Svindland, President of Missouri American Water.
  • It's a small change with a big impact.”
    Applications for this year’s program will be accepted online March 15 through April 30, 2024.
  • For more information and to apply, visit missouriamwater.com > News & Community > Community Involvement > Hydration Station Grant Program.

California American Water Receives Award for Eardley-Forest Lake Transmission Main Replacement Project

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Other Natural Resources, Environment, Utilities, Environmental Health, Energy, Natural Resources, Water, Emergency, APWA, Monterey Peninsula, Pezzini, American Water Works, American Water, American Public Works Association, Road

California American Water is pleased to announce that its Eardley-Forest Lake Transmission Main Replacement Project has been awarded a 2024 Award of Merit by the American Public Works Association (APWA) Monterey Bay Chapter.

Key Points: 
  • California American Water is pleased to announce that its Eardley-Forest Lake Transmission Main Replacement Project has been awarded a 2024 Award of Merit by the American Public Works Association (APWA) Monterey Bay Chapter.
  • To reduce the possibility of future tree incidents, California American Water designed the project so that the replacement section of pipeline would be underground and outside of a sensitive waterway.
  • “Our team responded quickly and efficiently to the critical main break,” said David Pezzini, Engineering Project Manager for California American Water.
  • California American Water partnered with Monterey Peninsula Engineering and Blair, Church & Flynn Consulting Engineers to successfully make repairs while maintaining water service for approximately 100,000 Monterey peninsula customers and businesses.