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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.
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has been named to Forbes' inaugural Most Trusted Companies in America 2025 list. The company was selected among the top 300 out of 2,000 eligible U.S.-based public companies with over 1,000 employees.
The rankings were based on four key measurements: Employee Trust (Glassdoor ratings), Customer Trust (HundredX survey ratings), Investor Trust (stock performance and growth metrics), and Media Sentiment (SignalAI coverage analysis). The recognition follows American Water's other recent Forbes accolades, including ranking first in the utilities category for America's Best Large Employers 2024 and placing eleventh on America's Best Employers for Diversity 2024.
Illinois American Water received approval from the Illinois Commerce Commission for new water and wastewater base rates, effective January 1, 2025. The change is driven by $557 million in capital investments planned for 2024-2025, including $421 million for water infrastructure and $136 million for wastewater systems.
The approved increase will result in a $110.6 million annualized revenue increase. Projects include replacing 44 miles of aging pipelines, upgrading treatment plants, and improving storage tanks, wells, pumping stations, and fire hydrants. Typical residential customers will see monthly increases of approximately $16 for water service and $8.50 for wastewater service. The company is also expanding its income-based discount tariff for eligible customers.
California American Water received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for a partial settlement in its General Rate Case. The decision grants incremental annualized revenues of $20.9 million for 2024, and $15.9 million each for 2025 and 2026. The CPUC authorized $390 million in new infrastructure investments for system upgrades.
While the CPUC approved a sales adjustment mechanism, it did not include decoupling mechanisms. The settlement includes improvements to the Customer Assistance Program, increasing discounts from 20% to 25% for qualified customers in Northern and Southern California, and from 30% to 35% in Central California.
American Water Works Company (NYSE: AWK) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.7650 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on March 4, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 7, 2025. This quarterly dividend continues the increased annualized dividend announced on May 1, 2024.
The company offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Water Stock Direct, allowing shareholders to reinvest dividends and purchase additional shares without brokerage commissions or service charges. Shareholders can obtain plan information through Equiniti Trust Company or American Water's Investor Relations department.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has been included in Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 list for the fifth consecutive year. This recognition highlights the company's dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) leadership.
The ranking methodology involved two key metrics: KPI Research examining over 30 key performance indicators among the top 2,000 U.S. public companies by revenue, and a Public Survey of 26,000 U.S. residents evaluating corporate social responsibility across social, environmental, and governance dimensions. The recognition was presented by Newsweek in collaboration with Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has released essential guidelines for preventing frozen pipes and managing cold weather plumbing issues. The company emphasizes the importance of knowing how to locate and test the main water shut-off valve, checking sprinkler systems, and protecting pipes in vulnerable areas.
Key preventive measures include insulating exposed pipes, fixing drafty windows, maintaining water flow during freezing temperatures, and proper pipe thawing procedures. The company advises customers to check emergency alerts on their state homepage before submitting urgent service reports, and to use MyWater or emergency.amwater.com for reporting other issues.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has been selected to participate in the New York Stock Exchange's 2024 Global Giving Campaign, choosing to recognize the American Red Cross. The American Water Charitable Foundation donated $250,000 to the Red Cross Disaster Responder Program earlier this year to support disaster preparedness and response initiatives. The company will be honored with a custom ornament on the NYSE holiday trees, with the 101st Annual Tree Lighting scheduled for December 5, 2024. American Water employees actively support the Red Cross through blood drives, board service, and various initiatives.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced its participation in the 2024 American Water Works Association (AWWA) Community Education Forum and Roundtable scheduled for December 5-6, 2024, in Chicago.
Ruben Rodriguez, Senior Director of External Communications, will participate in a panel discussion titled 'A Tricky Conversation: Building Trust & Managing Risk.' The panel will address strategies for utilities to effectively communicate complex topics, including the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements and PFAS, and their community impact.
The event brings together industry executives, policy experts, consumer advocates, and regulators to discuss current and emerging water industry issues.
American Water Charitable Foundation marked Giving Tuesday with two significant initiatives: a $100,000 Corporate Strategic grant to Feeding America and a $100 reward for each American Water employee's Giving Account for charitable donations. The grant will support Feeding America's network of over 200 food banks and 60,000 partner agencies across the U.S. in their fight against food insecurity. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested $15.5 million in funding through grants and matching gifts, focusing on their mission to Keep Communities Flowing and create lasting positive impact in communities where American Water employees live and work.
Illinois American Water has completed the transition to a new $36 million water treatment plant in Lincoln, Illinois. The Broadwell Water Treatment Plant, with a capacity of 5.0-million-gallons-per-day, replaces the outdated South Water Treatment Plant from 1981. The new facility features improved drought resistance with a deeper intake system, enhanced electrical and security systems, and continues to source water from the Mahomet Teays Valley Aquifer. The investment aims to maintain reliable, high-quality water service for Lincoln customers while addressing previous challenges such as flood vulnerability and site-access issues at the old facility.
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