American Water Accepting Applications for 2021 Environmental Grant Program

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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.

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• Environmental Grant Program provides funding for community-driven projects.
• The program has previously funded 42 projects totaling approximately $141,000.
• The initiative strengthens community engagement in environmental protection.

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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today that applications are now being accepted by its participating state subsidiaries for the company’s 2021 Environmental Grant Program awards. The grant awards will be available in American Water service areas in 10 states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

“For American Water, delivering a reliable supply of safe, clean, water to our customers and treating their wastewater is just a start. Our goal is to provide essential services in ways that minimize our impact on the environment and strengthen the communities we serve,” said Cheryl Norton, Chief Environmental Officer of American Water. “We are all responsible for protecting our nation’s water and watersheds, and this program is just one way we help communities engage in this important effort.”

Established in 2005, American Water’s Environmental Grant Program offers funds for innovative, community-based environmental projects that improve, restore or protect the watersheds, surface water and/or groundwater supplies through partnerships. Last year, American Water and its state subsidiaries funded 42 projects that were awarded grants totaling approximately $141,000.

Information and application requirements can be obtained directly from participating American Water state subsidiaries, or on the Environmental Grant section of the company website.

Applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2021.

About American Water

With a history dating back to 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to 15 million people in 46 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to make sure we keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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FAQ

What is the American Water Environmental Grant Program?

The Environmental Grant Program funds community-based environmental projects aimed at improving and protecting water resources.

How much funding was provided in the previous Environmental Grant Program?

In the last program, 42 projects were awarded grants totaling around $141,000.

When is the application deadline for the Environmental Grant Program?

Applications are due by March 31, 2021.

In which states is the Environmental Grant Program available?

The program is available in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

What types of projects does the Environmental Grant Program support?

The program supports innovative projects that restore or protect watersheds, surface water, and groundwater supplies.