American Water Works Company, Inc. reports developments tied to its regulated water and wastewater utility operations across the United States. The company provides drinking water and wastewater services to about 14 million people through regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations, with operating subsidiaries including California American Water, Pennsylvania American Water, Maryland American Water, Virginia American Water, Illinois American Water, Iowa American Water and Tennessee American Water.
News for AWK commonly covers annual water quality and Consumer Confidence Reports, state-level service updates, infrastructure investment, public utility rate proceedings, drinking water standards, community programs and subsidiary activity in local service territories. Updates also reference the company’s long operating history and its role in regulated water and wastewater service delivery.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced that Suzanne Chiavari, Senior Director of Engineering, received the 2026 AWWA George Warren Fuller Award for distinguished service and leadership in the water sector. Chiavari will accept the award later in 2026 at the AWWA Annual Conference and Expo.
She was representing the U.S. water sector in AWWA's inaugural Educational Tour in South Korea and spoke at Water Korea 2026, highlighting utility resilience, infrastructure reinvestment, digital transformation, and innovation.
West Virginia American Water (AWK) announced a $500,000 infrastructure upgrade on 17th Street in Dunbar to replace 800 feet of aging pipe with 6-inch and 2-inch PVC main. Construction runs weekdays 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., scheduled complete by end of May; street restoration in summer 2026.
This project is part of a >$134 million 2026 statewide investment plan; the company has invested over $805 million in the past decade, including 168 miles of new water main.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) and Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) announced that the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved their proposed merger on April 22, 2026.
The all-stock deal, announced October 27, 2025, follows shareholder approvals and would create a combined company serving more than 4.7 million water and wastewater customer connections and more than 740,000 gas customer connections. The combined company will operate under the American Water name with headquarters in Camden, New Jersey. The merger is expected to close by the end of Q1 2027 but remains subject to customary closing conditions, including Hart-Scott-Rodino clearance and additional regulatory approvals.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) marked Earth Day on April 22, 2026 by promoting water conservation and environmental stewardship across its national operations. Employees participated in watershed cleanups, conservation education and volunteer events, and the company shared practical tips for customers to reduce water use and protect local waterways.
Pennsylvania American Water (NYSE:AWK) marked Earth Day on April 22, 2026 by promoting water conservation and community stewardship. The company serves approximately 2.5 million customers in Pennsylvania and highlighted actions like fixing leaks, running full loads, proper disposal of batteries/paint/medications, and signing up for paperless billing.
The release also notes National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 25 with DEA drop-off locations and links to EPA resources.
Illinois American Water (NYSE:AWK) marked Earth Day 2026 by highlighting sustainable operations, water source protection and community outreach across Illinois.
The company serves about 1.3 million people, installed over 12,000 solar panels at two plants, and projects GHG offsets equal to removing ~25,000 cars or saving 13 million gallons of gasoline over 15 years.
California American Water (AWK) marked Earth Day on April 21, 2026, promoting water conservation and community stewardship across its California service area. Serving approximately 720,000 people, the company urged customers to fix leaks, run full loads, turn off taps while brushing, and dispose of household hazardous items properly.
The release also noted National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 25, with official drop-off locations available statewide from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Iowa American Water (NYSE:AWK) marked Earth Day on April 21, 2026 by promoting water conservation, infrastructure stewardship and community engagement across Iowa.
The company serves approximately 225,000 customers in Iowa and urged household actions—fixing leaks, running full loads, and safe disposal of batteries, paint and unused medications—to protect local water resources.
Missouri American Water (NYSE:AWK) highlighted National Work Zone Awareness Week April 20-24, 2026, urging motorists to slow down and stay alert around crews working on water and wastewater infrastructure across Missouri.
The company reiterated safety rules: stay alert, slow down, and keep at least two seconds of braking distance.
Missouri American Water (NYSE:AWK) celebrated Earth Day on April 21, 2026, highlighting environmental stewardship, infrastructure investment and community engagement across Missouri.
Serving approximately 1.7 million people, employees joined local cleanups, Earth Day events, a drug take-back partnership and promoted water-saving tips for customers.