- Water Quality Reports Available Online for New Jersey American Water Customers
May 14, 2026
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Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards.
CAMDEN, N.J., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New Jersey American Water is proud to announce that its most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at newjerseyamwater.com/waterquality. The company is proud to report that once again, the drinking water provided to the 3 million New Jerseyans it serves meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all regulated substances, including lead.
"Providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water requires dedicated people and sustained investment," said Mark McDonough, president of New Jersey American Water. "From the employees collecting and analyzing samples to those operating our treatment plants and maintaining our pipes, our teams work every day to deliver water that our customers can rely on, supported by more than $780 million invested across New Jersey last year alone to strengthen our treatment and pipeline infrastructure."
The 2026 annual water quality report (also referred to as a "consumer confidence report") details the quality of water provided by the company to its customers using data collected from water quality testing in its local systems between January and December 2025. It highlights the compounds detected in the treated drinking water in comparison to the compliance standards established by both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). As an additional layer of education and transparency, the report also details results of tests conducted for certain unregulated compounds, in areas where they are present and thus treated to achieve levels below recommended health guidelines.
"Our water quality reports reflect the high standards we hold ourselves to," said McDonough. "They're one more way we demonstrate our commitment to our customers and the communities we serve."
This year's Water Quality reports include important information related to the company's Lead Service Line Replacement efforts. In July 2021, the state of New Jersey enacted legislation that requires all water providers to share with customers the material of the utility-owned and customer-owned service lines that lead to their property, notify customers with service lines that are lead or galvanized steel, and replace them. New Jersey American Water regularly tests for lead in drinking water and our water continues to meet state and federal water quality regulations, including those set for lead.
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Customers can access the Water Quality report specific to their area by visiting the Water Quality tab on New Jersey American Water's website and searching for their report by zip code. The company provides a video guide that shows customers how to access their reports step by step. Printed copies of the report are also available to customers who do not wish to access it online. Customers can call the company's customer service center at 800-272-1325 to request a hard copy of their local report.
To learn more about New Jersey American Water's commitment to water education, environmental stewardship, and quality service, visit www.newjerseyamwater.com.
About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About New Jersey American Water New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 875 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 3 million people.
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- American Water and Essential Utilities Proposed Merger Progresses with Approval from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
May 14, 2026
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CAMDEN, N.J. and BRYN MAWR, Pa., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) ("American Water") and Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) ("Essential Utilities") today announced that the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) issued an order approving the companies' proposed merger, marking the second favorable regulatory action in less than a month toward completing the combination of the two companies.
The companies received approval of the merger in the Commonwealth of Kentucky on April 21, 2026. Earlier in the year, shareholders of both companies approved the transaction with overwhelming margins.
The all-stock merger, announced October 27, 2025, will 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 and be headquartered in Camden, New Jersey.
The merger is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2027, but remains subject to customary closing conditions, including, among others, obtaining clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act and required regulatory approvals, including approval from all applicable public utility commissions.
For additional details regarding the transaction, please visit americanwateressentialutilitiesmerger.com.
About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Essential Utilities Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. With a focus on water, wastewater, and natural gas, Essential is committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting thousands of acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Operating as the Aqua and Peoples brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across nine states. Essential is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S. Learn more at www.essential.co.
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Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements included in this communication are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words with prospective meanings such as "intend," "plan," "estimate," "believe," "anticipate," "expect," "predict," "project," "propose," "assume," "forecast," "outlook," "future," "likely," "pending," "goal," "objective," "potential," "continue," "seek to," "may," "can," "will," "should" and "could," or the negative of such terms or other variations or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements may relate to, among other things: statements about the benefits of the proposed merger, including future financial and operating results; the parties' respective plans, objectives, expectations and intentions; the expected timing and likelihood of completion of the merger and related transactions; the results of any strategic review; expected synergies of the proposed merger; the timing and result of various regulatory proceedings related to the proposed merger, and other general rate cases, filings for infrastructure surcharges and other governmental agency authorizations and proceedings, and filings to address regulatory lag; the combined company's ability to execute its current and long-term business, operational, capital expenditures and growth plans and strategies; the amount, allocation and timing of projected capital expenditures and related funding requirements; the future impacts of increased or increasing transaction and financing costs associated with the proposed merger or otherwise, as well as inflation and interest rates; each party's ability to finance current and projected operations, capital expenditure needs and growth initiatives by accessing the debt and equity capital markets and sources of short-term liquidity; impacts of the proposed merger on the future settlement or settlements of a party's forward sale agreements, including potential adjustments to the forward sale price or other economic terms thereunder, and the amount of and the intended use of net proceeds from any such future settlement or settlements; the outcome and impact on other governmental and regulatory investigations; the filing of class action lawsuits and other litigation and legal proceedings related to the proposed merger; the ability to complete, and the timing and efficacy of, the design, development, implementation and improvement of technology and other strategic initiatives; each party's ability to comply with new and changing environmental regulations; regulatory, legislative, tax policy or legal developments; and impacts that future significant tax legislation may have on each such party and on its business, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
These forward-looking statements are predictions based on currently available information, the parties' current respective expectations and assumptions regarding future events that American Water Works Company, Inc. ("American Water") and Essential Utilities, Inc. ("Essential Utilities") believe to be reasonable. They are not, however, guarantees or assurances of any outcomes, performance or achievements, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon them. You should not regard any forward-looking statement as a representation or warranty by American Water, Essential Utilities or any other person that the expectation, plan or objective expressed in such forward-looking statement will be successfully achieved in any specified time frame, or at all. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of estimates and assumptions, and known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. Actual results may differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements included in this communication as a result of the factors discussed in American Water's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 18, 2026 (available at: ir.amwater.com), Essential Utilities' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, as filed with the SEC on February 26, 2026 (available at: essential.co), and each party's other filings with the SEC, and additional risks and uncertainties, including with respect to (1) the parties' ability to consummate the proposed merger pursuant to the terms of the definitive merger agreement or at all; (2) each party's requirement to obtain required governmental and regulatory approvals required for the proposed merger (and/or that such approvals may result in the imposition of burdensome or commercially undesirable conditions, including required dispositions, that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the proposed merger); (3) an event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; (4) the failure to satisfy or waive a condition to closing of the proposed merger on a timely basis or at all; (5) a delay in the timing to consummate the proposed merger; (6) the failure to integrate the parties' businesses successfully; (7) the failure to fully realize benefits, efficiencies and cost savings from the proposed merger or that such benefits, efficiencies and cost savings may take longer to realize or be more costly to achieve than expected; (8) negative or adverse impacts of the announcement of the proposed merger on the market price of American Water's or Essential Utilities' common stock; (9) the risk of litigation, legal proceedings or other challenges related to the proposed merger; (10) disruption from the proposed merger making it more difficult to maintain relationships with customers, employees, contractors, suppliers, regulators, vendors, elected officials, governmental agencies, or other stakeholders; (11) the diversion of each party's management's time and attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities of such party on merger-related matters; (12) the challenging macroeconomic environment, including disruptions in the water and wastewater utility industries; (13) the ability of each party to manage its respective existing operations and financing arrangements on favorable terms or at all, including with respect to future capital expenditures and investments, operations, and maintenance costs; (14) changes in environmental laws and regulations regarding each party's respective operations that may adversely impact such party's businesses or increase the cost of operations; (15) changes in each party's key management and personnel; (16) changes in tax laws that could adversely affect beneficial tax treatment of the proposed merger; (17) regulatory, legislative, local or municipal actions affecting the water and wastewater industries, which could adversely affect the parties' respective utility subsidiaries; and (18) other economic, business and other factors, including inflation, interest rate fluctuations or tariffs. The foregoing factors should not be construed as exhaustive.
These forward-looking statements are qualified by, and should be read together with, the risks and uncertainties set forth above and the risk factors included in American Water's and Essential Utilities' respective annual and quarterly reports as filed with the SEC and in the definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus, as filed with the SEC on December 31, 2025 (available at: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1410636/000119312525337598/d15683d424b3.htm), and readers should refer to such risks, uncertainties and risk factors in evaluating such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date this communication is first used or given. Neither American Water nor Essential Utilities has any obligation or intention to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise, except as otherwise required by the federal securities laws. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for American Water or Essential Utilities to predict all such factors. Furthermore, it may not be possible to assess the impact of any such factor on American Water's or Essential Utilities' businesses, viewed independently or together, or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.
Proposed Merger For additional information regarding the proposed merger, please see American Water's registration statement on Form S-4 (Registration No. 333-292182), which was declared effective by the SEC on December 30, 2025, and the other documents that American Water or Essential Utilities has filed or may file with the SEC.
No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purposes and is not intended to, and shall not, constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any offer or sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
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- West Virginia American Water Invests Over $124 Million in Statewide System Upgrades in 2025
May 14, 2026
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CHARLESTON, W.Va., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of Infrastructure Week, West Virginia American Water announced its 2025 investments for system improvements, totaling more than $124 million in water and wastewater system upgrades throughout its service area.
"West Virginia American Water is committed to providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable water and wastewater service to our customers, which includes continuously investing in infrastructure and capital upgrades to replace aging water mains," said Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water. "These investments help improve service reliability and reduce service disruptions for our more than 600,000 customers across the state. By investing in our communities today, we are helping to build a more resilient tomorrow."
Over the past decade, West Virginia American Water has invested over $920 million in infrastructure projects and capital upgrades to address aging infrastructure across the Mountain State, including more than 247 miles of new water main.
Wyman added that for every $1 million invested in water infrastructure, upwards of 10 jobs are created throughout local economies.
West Virginia American Water's ongoing investments encompass upgrades and improvements made to the company's water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, tanks, pump stations, pipes, and metering equipment.
System improvement highlights for 2025 include:
Water and Wastewater Mains: $37 million investment to install or replace over 22 miles of water main across the state and install new wastewater main in Jefferson County. Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Improvements: $2.5 million in investments in wastewater treatment facilities, including lift station replacements in Boone Raleigh; installation of system and plant controls for the Boone Raleigh Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection System; and replacing membranes at the East Jefferson Wastewater Treatment Plant. Water Treatment and Production System Improvements: $19 million investment for water treatment plant improvements throughout the state, including the rehabilitation of four clarifiers in the Kanawha Valley Water Treatment Plant; rehabilitating wells, pumps, treatment tanks, piping, and system controls in all service territories; and replacing the settling basins and equipment in Huntington. Tanks/Storage: $4.2 million investment to improve distribution across our service areas, including constructing two new water storage tanks in Bluefield, and Kanawha County; and recoating two water storage tanks in Kanawha County and Bluestone.
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West Virginia American Water consistently invests in the local communities it serves, helping ensure the replacement of aging water infrastructure to enhance service for residents. These ongoing capital investments are vital for maintaining service reliability and exceptional water quality.
To learn more about these investments and more projects that are underway across the state, visit the company's interactive upgrade map.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About West Virginia American Water
West Virginia American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 300 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 610,000 people.Cision
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- Water Quality Reports Available Online for New Jersey American Water Customers
May 14, 2026 · prnewswire.com
Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards. CAMDEN, N.J.
- WATER QUALITY REPORTS AVAILABLE ONLINE FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN WATER CUSTOMERS
May 14, 2026
REPORTS SHOW DRINKING WATER IN ALL SERVICE AREAS MEETS QUALITY STANDARDS. CAMDEN, N.J.
- American Water and Essential Utilities Proposed Merger Progresses with Approval from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
May 14, 2026 · prnewswire.com
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- AMERICAN WATER AND ESSENTIAL UTILITIES PROPOSED MERGER PROGRESSES WITH APPROVAL FROM THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF OHIO
May 14, 2026
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- West Virginia American Water Invests Over $124 Million in Statewide System Upgrades in 2025
May 14, 2026 · prnewswire.com
CHARLESTON, W.Va., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of Infrastructure Week, West Virginia American Water announced its 2025 investments for system improvements, totaling more than $124 million in water and wastewater system upgrades throughout its service area.
- WEST VIRGINIA AMERICAN WATER INVESTS OVER $124 MILLION IN STATEWIDE SYSTEM UPGRADES IN 2025
May 14, 2026
CHARLESTON, W.VA., MAY 14, 2026 /PRNEWSWIRE/ -- AHEAD OF INFRASTRUCTURE WEEK, WEST VIRGINIA AMERICAN WATER ANNOUNCED ITS 2025 INVESTMENTS FOR SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS, TOTALING MORE THAN $124 MILLION IN WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPGRADES THROUGHOUT ITS SERVICE AREA.
- American Water Launches 2026 Future Wavemakers Internship Program
May 13, 2026
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CAMDEN, N.J., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced the launch of its 2026 Future Wavemakers Internship Program, a cornerstone initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of water and wastewater industry leaders. This year, the program welcomes 56 college interns at American Water workplaces across the country, offering hands-on experience in engineering, finance, operations, health and safety, communications and more.
"The future of the water industry relies on investing in people," said Lori Sutton, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, American Water. "Through initiatives such as the Future Wavemakers Internship Program for college students, American Water is committed to cultivating opportunities for emerging talent while continuously supporting the development of its existing workforce."
Future Wavemakers is built on a foundation of mentorship, professional development, and real-world projects that align with both students' academic backgrounds and American Water's organizational goals. Interns will participate in capstone projects, networking events, and skill-building workshops, all while contributing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the company.
Additional American Water training and development opportunities include:
Flow Forward: Offers high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors a multi-day summer camp featuring skill-building workshops, resume and interview preparation, and networking with industry professionals. Water UP! program: Providing hands-on training for adults in local communities and helping them identify and pursue careers in the water sector. Developed in partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey and hosted annually in different locations throughout N.J., Water UP!'s curriculum spans water treatment, distribution, safety and ethics, reflecting the range of skills required across the industry. Hopeworks partnership: Working with a Camden-based nonprofit on train-to-hire programs that have successfully engaged, trained and employed young adults on geographic information system projects.
American Water remains dedicated to strengthening its talent pipeline and building stronger communities through innovative workforce development programs.
Learn more about American Water's workforce here.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
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