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Illinois American Water has invested around $1.1 million in upgrades to the City of Rosiclare's water and wastewater systems within the first eight months of acquisition. This is part of a larger $5 million investment plan for the next five years. Key improvements include upgraded security, new technologies to enhance reliability, and installation of backup generators to ensure continuous service during power outages. The company prioritizes employee safety and water quality, exceeding EPA standards, and aims to provide the best services to its customers.

American Water (NYSE: AWK) has opened applications for its 2021 Environmental Grant Program, aimed at funding community-based environmental projects across 10 states, including Illinois, Indiana, and New Jersey. This program, established in 2005, has previously funded 42 projects in a single year, totaling about $141,000. Cheryl Norton, Chief Environmental Officer, emphasized the company's commitment to minimizing environmental impact while providing essential water services. Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2021.

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the leading publicly-traded U.S. water and wastewater utility, will hold a virtual Investor Day on February 25, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. EST. The event includes presentations by key executives on 2020 results, 2021 earnings guidance, long-term growth targets, and capital investment plans. A Q&A session will follow. Interested parties can access the webcast via the company’s investor relations website. An archived version will be available for one year post-event. American Water serves over 14 million customers in 46 states, ensuring safe and reliable water services.

Missouri American Water has completed a new $11 million clear well, capable of storing one million gallons of drinking water, alongside a high-service pump station to enhance water delivery efficiency. The original clear well, dating back to 1888, suffered from leaks and was due for replacement. These improvements will support system pressure, especially during peak summer usage, and aid local emergency services. This project involved a 15-month collaboration with Goodwin Brothers Construction and local firms, ensuring future water reliability for approximately 1.5 million customers.

Illinois American Water has launched its 2021 Environmental Grant Program, providing up to $10,000 for community-driven environmental projects. Over the past decade, the program has allocated more than $247,000 to 74 initiatives aimed at protecting water resources. Projects must take place in service areas and adhere to specific criteria, such as addressing watershed needs and demonstrating sustainability. In 2020, grants totaling over $25,000 were awarded to eight projects including watershed cleanups and educational initiatives. Applications are open until March 29, 2021.

American Water (NYSE: AWK) has been named on Corporate Knights' Global 100 list as one of the World’s Most Sustainable Corporations, ranking 9th overall and being the top water utility. This is the second consecutive year for this recognition. The list analyzed over 8,000 companies based on various sustainability metrics. Additionally, American Water was ranked 2nd in the Energy and Utilities sector in Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies 2021. These accolades underline American Water's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.