Pennsylvania American Water Announces $10,000 Sponsorship of Pennsylvania Envirothon

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Pennsylvania American Water has donated $10,000 to the Pennsylvania Envirothon, an environmental education program for high school students. This donation aligns with their Career Stream program, which promotes interest in water and wastewater careers through scholarships and outreach. The Envirothon event facilitates critical thinking about natural resources. With a history since 1886, Pennsylvania American Water serves approximately 2.4 million residents, providing reliable water and wastewater services as a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK).

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• Donation of $10,000 enhances community engagement.
• Aligns with Career Stream program aimed at fostering career interest in water utilities.

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MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pennsylvania American Water announced today that it donated $10,000 to support the Pennsylvania Envirothon, a natural resource environmental education program that combines classroom learning and outdoor activities across the Commonwealth.

“We’re excited to support this important environmental and natural resource education program that engages thousands of Pennsylvania students annually,” said company President Mike Doran. “Support of this program aligns with Pennsylvania American Water’s Career Stream program, which is fostering interest in fields related to the water and wastewater business through scholarships, internships, and career outreach.”

The Pennsylvania Envirothon is a conservation district-led natural resource program for high school students. Pennsylvania American Water employees are also volunteering to support an in-person testing event on Wednesday, May 25, at Camp Mount Luther in Mifflinburg, Pa.

“Pennsylvania Envirothon greatly appreciates the support and partnership of Pennsylvania American Water. This sponsorship helps to ensure that the best and brightest Envirothon students have the opportunity to advance to the state level of competition,” said Celina Seftas, Pennsylvania Envirothon Board Chair.

Envirothon is a fun, academic event. It challenges high school students to think critically about the natural world and their roles in it. Envirothon combines an in-class curriculum and outdoor training, helping students learn more about Aquatic Ecology, Forestry, Soil & Land Use, Wildlife, and Current Environmental Issues.

Seftas added, “The students who participate are building their skills in practical resource management fields such as forestry, wildlife conservation, and aquatic biology, to name a few. This partnership with Pennsylvania American Water is a natural fit.”

Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people in 24 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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David Misner, External Affairs Manager, Central PA

717-262-7525

david.misner@amwater.com

Gary Lobaugh,

Senior Manager, Government, and External Affairs, Western PA

C: 724-873-3674

gary.lobaugh@amwater.com

Kara Rahn

Senior Manager, Government, and External Affairs, Eastern PA

484-238-5216

kara.rahn@amwater.com

Susan Turcmanovich

External Affairs Manager, Northeast PA

570.351.0120

susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com

Source: Pennsylvania American Water

FAQ

What donation did Pennsylvania American Water announce in 2023?

Pennsylvania American Water announced a $10,000 donation to support the Pennsylvania Envirothon.

How does the donation by AWK impact educational programs?

The donation supports the Pennsylvania Envirothon, enhancing environmental education for high school students.

What is the Pennsylvania Envirothon?

The Pennsylvania Envirothon is an environmental education program that challenges high school students in natural resource management.

When will the in-person testing event for the Envirothon take place?

The in-person testing event is scheduled for May 25.

How many people does Pennsylvania American Water serve?

Pennsylvania American Water provides services to approximately 2.4 million people.