American Water Works Company, Inc - AWK STOCK NEWS

American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced Parul Baranwal as the recipient of the 2021 American Water Scholarship, awarded by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). This $5,000 scholarship supports graduate students in water industry research. Baranwal, a doctoral student in Environmental Engineering, was selected among 80 candidates for her academic excellence and commitment to water science. She aims to inspire underprivileged girls in engineering and intends to establish a non-profit for environmental engineering students post-PhD.

American Water (NYSE: AWK) announces that COO Cheryl Norton will receive the 2021 Rooted In Community Awards from Oaks Integrated Care, recognizing local heroes. The award ceremony is set for June 10, 2021, at 7 PM. CEO Walter Lynch praised Norton for her impactful leadership and commitment to the community. Norton oversees operations in regulated states, customer service, and compliance at American Water, which serves 15 million people across 46 states. The company is committed to providing safe and reliable water services.

New Jersey American Water has released its latest Water Quality Reports, confirming that the drinking water supplied to 2.8 million residents meets or exceeds all state and federal standards. The annual report includes data from the previous year, showcasing compliance with EPA and NJDEP guidelines. Enhancements this year feature a more visual format for easier understanding. Customers can access their specific reports online by entering their zip code, or request printed copies via customer service.

Illinois American Water has appointed Angie Bell as the new Director of Rates and Regulatory, succeeding Rich Kerckhove, who retires after over 14 years. Bell brings over a decade of experience from CenterPoint Energy, where she held a similar role. In her position, she will oversee rate reviews and compliance filings, reporting directly to President Justin Ladner. Illinois American Water is the largest investor-owned water utility in Illinois, serving approximately 1.3 million customers and part of American Water, which operates across 46 states.

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility in the U.S., announced the launch of fully remote customer service job opportunities specifically for Camden, N.J. residents. This initiative reflects the company's ongoing commitment to Camden's revitalization and community support. Notably, American Water has contributed nearly $1 million to local organizations over the past year. The Camden-based roles will strengthen the company's national customer service operations, enhancing service delivery across its regulated areas.