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.
Indiana American Water (AWK) is marking Source Water Protection Week, September 27 to October 3, by highlighting its watershed work.
The company participates in the Upper White River Watershed Management Plan and Upper East Fork Whitewater River Watershed Plan committees. It works with public agencies and conservation partners on water-quality priorities, watershed protection and restoration funding. American Water conducts nearly 1 million tests each year at its research laboratories. Indiana American Water is also encouraging residents to help protect drinking water sources throughout the year.
American Water (AWK) will participate in the American Water Works Association's Source Water Protection Week, September 27 through October 3, 2026.
The company's Source Water Protection Program provides a framework for assessing risks and working with others to protect drinking water supplies. American Water conducts nearly 1 million tests each year at its research laboratories. During the week, it is encouraging people to reduce runoff, keep waste out of storm drains and use collection sites to dispose of pharmaceuticals and hazardous materials where available.
New Jersey American Water (AWK) named Fred DeAndrea director of Government Affairs and promoted Sakeema M. James to senior manager of Government Affairs.
DeAndrea brings more than 20 years of public policy and external affairs experience. He most recently led government relations and advocacy efforts across New Jersey at Comcast. James has worked at New Jersey American Water since 2020 and was most recently manager of Government Affairs. DeAndrea will help lead the company’s statewide government affairs strategy, while James will focus on government and stakeholder engagement in central and northern New Jersey.
American Water (AWK) is participating in the Financial Research Institute's 35th Annual Public Utility Symposium on September 23, 2026, in Columbia, Missouri.
The symposium focuses on how utilities can balance affordability, infrastructure investment, reliability and financial health while meeting changing customer expectations. Illinois American Water president Rebecca Losli will speak on a panel about AI load requests, global supply chains and the water-energy needs of data centers. Chuck Rea, vice president of regulatory pricing and affordability, will join a panel on supporting customers who need help while modernizing infrastructure and fostering regional development.
American Water (AWK) is contributing to discussions at the Women's International Network of Utility Professionals (WiNUP) 2026 International Conference, held September 20–23, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Lori Sutton will join the “From Entry to Expert: Career Paths in the Utility Industry” panel to highlight career opportunities and workforce development at American Water. Senior Vice President, Transformation Strategy and Execution Lynnae Wilson will speak on the “Resilient by Design: Leading Critical Infrastructure Into the Future” panel about embedding resilience in planning, investment and operations, and offering guidance for emerging infrastructure leaders. The company states that this leadership participation supports its commitment to collaboration on issues shaping the future of water and wastewater service.
American Water (AWK) reported its inclusion in TIME and Statista’s fourth annual World’s Best Companies 2026 list, which identifies the top 1,000 companies globally using a data-driven assessment. The ranking evaluates employee satisfaction, revenue growth over the last three years, and sustainability transparency based on Statista’s ESG database and surveys. Additionally, American Water was named to TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026 and America’s Best Companies 2026 lists.
American Water (AWK), through Missouri American Water, will award nearly $50,000 in 2026 Firefighter Grants to 48 Missouri fire departments and emergency response organizations.
The grants fund tools and training to improve emergency response and fire protection. Missouri American Water is investing nearly $510 million in 2026 to enhance water service and reliability, including upsizing aging mains and maintaining and annually testing more than 44,000 fire hydrants. Since 2016, about 380 firefighter grants have been awarded.
Illinois American Water (AWK) has completed the acquisition of the City of Venice, Illinois wastewater collection system for $770,000, adding about 500 wastewater collection customers and expanding its Metro East operations.
The acquisition was approved by the Illinois Commerce Commission on June 24, 2026. Illinois American Water plans approximately $2.6 million in capital investments over the next five years, including rehabilitation or replacement of wastewater mains and manholes, lift station upgrades, and control and security enhancements at pump and lift stations.
Venice customers, who previously received only transportation and treatment services from the company, will now receive integrated wastewater collection, transportation and treatment. The company highlights continued customer service options and bill assistance programs such as the Income-Based Discount Program and H2O Help to Others.
Maryland American Water (AWK) is participating in the American Water Works Association’s Source Water Protection Week from September 27 to October 3, 2026, emphasizing the theme “Protect the Source” and its commitment to safe, clean, reliable drinking water.
The company outlines its Source Water Protection Program, which includes nearly 1 million tests and measurements annually at American Water research laboratories, use of advanced treatment technologies, and collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies to meet or surpass water quality standards and address emerging contaminants. Maryland American Water also urges individuals to adopt everyday practices such as reducing chemical use, preventing litter and pet waste from entering storm drains, choosing less toxic household products, and properly disposing of pharmaceuticals and hazardous materials.
Virginia American Water (AWK) is participating in the American Water Works Association’s Source Water Protection Week from September 27 to October 3, emphasizing its commitment to providing safe, clean, reliable drinking water.
The company highlights its Source Water Protection Program, which includes nearly 1 million tests and measurements annually at American Water research laboratories, use of advanced treatment technology and filtration processes, and ongoing collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies to meet or surpass water quality standards and address emerging contaminants.
Virginia American Water is also urging customers to adopt year-round practices such as reducing chemical use, managing waste properly, choosing less toxic household products, and using appropriate collection sites for pharmaceuticals and hazardous materials.