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American Water Works Company Inc (AWK), the largest investor-owned U.S. water utility since 1886, provides essential water services through regulated operations and military contracts. This page aggregates official news and regulatory developments impacting this infrastructure leader.
Investors and stakeholders will find timely updates on earnings announcements, rate case decisions, and infrastructure investments. Our curated feed includes press releases about service expansions, environmental compliance milestones, and operational updates from AWK's 16-state footprint.
Key content focuses on regulatory filings with state commissions, capital improvement plans, and water quality initiatives. Track developments in AWK's military housing contracts and technological advancements in leak detection systems.
Bookmark this page for structured access to SEC filings, dividend declarations, and sustainability reports. Check regularly for analysis of how rate base growth and infrastructure renewal cycles impact this essential service provider.
California American Water (NYSE: AWK) President Sarah Leeper responded to the American Society of Civil Engineers' ASCE 2025 Report Card that downgraded California's drinking water grade from C (2019) to D+ (2025). Leeper emphasized the urgency of investment in drinking water infrastructure—citing drought, climate resilience, and aging pipes and equipment—and said ongoing investments are essential to keep water safe, reliable, and affordable.
Company scale: American Water serves more than 14 million people across 14 states; California American Water serves about 750,000 people.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE: AWK) celebrated the graduation of 11 participants from its fifth annual Water Utility Pipeline (Water UP!) program on December 3, 2025. The paid, 10-week workforce program provided classroom instruction, hands-on field training at the Short Hills Operations Center, OSHA 30 certification, and technical elective college credits for entry-level water roles.
Graduates came from Newark, Irvington, Belleville, Bloomfield, West Orange, Union, and Plainfield. Since 2021, Water UP! has trained more than 40 residents across Camden, Union, Atlantic, and Essex counties, with many securing utility and construction positions.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced results from its companywide AmerICANs in Action! Month of Service on Dec. 3, 2025. More than 900 employees participated across the national footprint in 90 volunteer projects, contributing nearly 3,000 volunteer hours.
Activities in 2025 included school supply drives, source-water cleanups, tree planting, volunteering at Ronald McDonald House, animal shelters, food banks, and work with United Way and Habitat for Humanity. The initiative invites employees, family members, retirees, business partners, and suppliers to organize team-based local volunteer projects each September.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) selected United Way as its charity partner for the New York Stock Exchange 2025 Global Giving Campaign. The company, its employees, and the American Water Charitable Foundation have donated $3 million over the last 10 years to United Way efforts nationwide. The recognition includes a commemorative ornament and listing on the Global Giving Campaign website.
The 102nd Annual Tree Lighting in front of the NYSE will take place on December 4, 2025, where participating companies and their charities are honored.
California American Water (AWK) prepared critical infrastructure to support the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) program in the Monterey Peninsula system ahead of the winter season.
Work includes sterilization and inspection of seasonal wells, installation or rehabilitation of column pipe, pumps, pump shafts and motors, disinfection, and installation of submersible components to maximize ASR production and water quality.
The ASR season begins on or after December 1 when Carmel River flows consistently exceed 40 cubic feet per second; once triggered, excess water is captured, treated and stored in the Seaside Basin for dry months. The system serves roughly 100,000 people with over 680 miles of pipeline and more than 100 storage tanks.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced that Christine Keck, Vice President and Chief Legislative and External Affairs Officer, was appointed to the WP Intelligence Council on Energy & Climate on Dec. 1, 2025.
The appointment highlights Keck's two decades of utility and public affairs experience and signals American Water's engagement in policy discussions on regulatory, water stewardship, and innovation topics. Keck's first Council convening occurred at the Global Women's Summit in late November in Washington, D.C.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced that Christine Keck, Vice President and Chief Legislative and External Affairs Officer, was appointed to the WP Intelligence Council on Energy & Climate on Dec. 1, 2025.
The appointment highlights Keck's two decades of utility and public affairs experience and signals American Water's engagement in policy discussions on regulatory, water stewardship, and innovation topics. Keck's first Council convening occurred at the Global Women's Summit in late November in Washington, D.C.
New Jersey American Water (NYSE: AWK) and the American Water Charitable Foundation on November 25, 2025 announced the 2025 Community Advancement Grant recipients. The Foundation awarded $25,000 each to 10 organizations across New Jersey to expand access to programs and services for underserved populations.
Grants will support youth enrichment, housing services, veteran outreach, mobile markets, blindness support, healthy cooking, and hospital outreach programs. Funding is part of the Foundation’s State Strategic Impact Grant Program and the Keep Communities Flowing initiative.
California American Water (NYSE:AWK) partnered with Senator Roger Niello and Assemblymember Josh Hoover on November 25, 2025 to support local food pantries ahead of Thanksgiving through its annual Operation Gobble initiative.
The company presented $2,500 donations to each of the Carmichael Adventist Food Pantry and Sunrise Christian Food Ministries to help provide meals and essential supplies for hundreds of families in the greater Sacramento region.
Presentations were held at each pantry with brief remarks from the elected officials and company representatives, and the donations were intended to meet increased holiday demand for food assistance.
Illinois American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced the winners of its 2025 “Water Keeps Life Flowing” art contest for 3rd–5th graders, selecting 10 student winners from hundreds of entries on November 24, 2025.
Each winning student earned a classroom prize pack valued at roughly $100. Winning artwork will appear in future Illinois American Water customer communications and is available to view on the company’s Facebook page @ilamwater. The announcement highlights children’s artwork showing water’s role in health, safety, gardening, and daily life.
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