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Missouri American Water Invests $52 Million to Replace Aging Pipes in St. Louis County

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

To improve St. Louis Countys aging water system, Missouri American Water is replacing nearly 95,000 feet (18 miles) of water main starting in January.

Key Points: 
  • To improve St. Louis Countys aging water system, Missouri American Water is replacing nearly 95,000 feet (18 miles) of water main starting in January.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220118005800/en/
    Missouri American Water installs new water mains in St. Louis County.
  • Maintaining water mains are equally as important as maintaining our roads and bridges, said St. Louis County Councilwoman Rita Heard Days.
  • Missouri 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people.

Illinois American Water to Install Ultraviolet Disinfection at Streator Water Treatment Plant; Investment of About $4 Million Supports Safe Drinking Water

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Thursday, January 13, 2022

Illinois American Water is investing approximately $4 million to construct Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection at the Streator water treatment plant.

Key Points: 
  • Illinois American Water is investing approximately $4 million to construct Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection at the Streator water treatment plant.
  • When used to treat drinking water, UV disinfection addresses chlorine-resistant pathogens and microorganisms that could be present in surface water sources.
  • According to ONeill, Illinois American Water not only meets EPA drinking water guidelines, but the company provides water quality which is better than required.
  • 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.

American Water Makes $45 Million Donation to the American Water Charitable Foundation

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Thursday, January 6, 2022

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, today announced that it contributed $45 million to the American Water Charitable Foundation (Foundation), a 501(c)(3) private foundation established by American Water in 2010.

Key Points: 
  • American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, today announced that it contributed $45 million to the American Water Charitable Foundation (Foundation), a 501(c)(3) private foundation established by American Water in 2010.
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation stands alongside our employees and supports their efforts to give back, through donations and volunteer efforts, to the communities we serve and beyond, said Susan Hardwick, interim chief executive officer, American Water.
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation demonstrates the companys ongoing commitment to being a good neighbor, citizen, and contributor to the communities where American Water and its employees live, work and operate and beyond.
  • The work of the American Water Charitable Foundation also directly aligns with American Waters continued commitment to embed ESG principles throughout its operations.

American Water Announces Completion of Sale of its Regulated Operations in New York to Liberty

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Monday, January 3, 2022

American Water announced the agreement to sell its regulated operations in New York to Liberty on November 20, 2019, citing the best interest of customers in New York to sell to Liberty, which has other utility operations in New York.

Key Points: 
  • American Water announced the agreement to sell its regulated operations in New York to Liberty on November 20, 2019, citing the best interest of customers in New York to sell to Liberty, which has other utility operations in New York.
  • The sale is a part of American Waters strategy to continue to create value for customers, employees, and shareholders.
  • With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing.

Indiana American Water Acquires Lowell Water System in Northwest Indiana

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Indiana American Water President Matt Prine today announced the companys acquisition of the Lowell water system in northwest Indiana.

Key Points: 
  • Indiana American Water President Matt Prine today announced the companys acquisition of the Lowell water system in northwest Indiana.
  • Indiana American Water already provides water service to several nearby communities, so this is a good fit for us and a continuation of our efforts to expand our presence across Indiana.
  • The acquisition of the Lowell water system for $24.5 million was approved by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission on December 22, 2021 and closed by Indiana American Water and the Town of Lowell on December 28, 2021.
  • Indiana 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.32 million people.

Illinois American Water Celebrates 6 Years of Safety Excellence in Sterling District

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Illinois American Waters Sterling District is celebrating 6 years of safety excellence.

Key Points: 
  • Illinois American Waters Sterling District is celebrating 6 years of safety excellence.
  • Illinois American Water employees work around the clock to deliver safe, reliable water and/or wastewater service to homes and businesses.
  • Illinois American Water employees attend safety training on a regular basis and are provided personal protective equipment (PPE) to support safe work practices.
  • 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.

Missouri American Water Awards Firefighter Grants to Local Heroes

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The program equips firefighters with supplemental funding for critical equipment, training and community education in communities served by Missouri American Water.

Key Points: 
  • The program equips firefighters with supplemental funding for critical equipment, training and community education in communities served by Missouri American Water.
  • As a water provider, we are proud to support our local heroes with additional gear and resources to save lives and protect our community, said Brent Haas, manager of operations for Missouri American Water.
  • Missouri 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to make sure we keep their lives flowing.

Missouri American Water Spreads Holiday Cheer with Firefighter Grants

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The annual program provides supplemental funding for critical equipment, training and community education in communities served by Missouri American Water.

Key Points: 
  • The annual program provides supplemental funding for critical equipment, training and community education in communities served by Missouri American Water.
  • More than 150 grants have been awarded in communities served by Missouri American Water since the program began in 2016.
  • As a water provider, we are proud to support our local heroes with additional gear and resources to save lives and protect our community, said Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water.
  • Missouri 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people.

Illinois American Water Premiers New Video Reminding Customers to Keep Fats, Oils and Grease from Crashing Holiday Parties

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Monday, December 20, 2021

Illinois American Water is sharing an animated public service video reminding customers to properly dispose of fats, oils and grease (FOG) this holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • Illinois American Water is sharing an animated public service video reminding customers to properly dispose of fats, oils and grease (FOG) this holiday season.
  • The animated video is a fun way to draw attention to a serious issue, said Illinois American Water President Justin Ladner.
  • 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing.

Illinois American Water Acquires City of Mt. Pulaski Water and Wastewater Systems

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Friday, December 17, 2021

Illinois American Water President Justin Ladner announced today the Companys acquisition of the City of Mt.

Key Points: 
  • Illinois American Water President Justin Ladner announced today the Companys acquisition of the City of Mt.
  • Pulaski Mayor Matt Bobell, the sale of the water and wastewater systems to Illinois American Water will allow the city to focus on other priorities.
  • Illinois American Water plans to invest approximately $13.8 million in the first five years of ownership to upgrade the City of Mt.
  • 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 wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.