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Business Wire
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Aqua Pennsylvania Awarded $17.3 Million in Funding to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded a combination of grant and low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $15.05 million will support Aqua Pennsylvania's continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. Another $2.3 million in funding will go toward Aqua Pennsylvania's ongoing lead service line replacement program. PENNVEST funds allow recipients like Aqua Pennsylvania to complete these important infrastructure upgrades at a reduced cost to customers. Funding totaling $15.05 million will support Aqua Pennsylvania's continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. Another $2.3 million in funding will go toward Aqua Pennsylvania's ongoing lead service line replacement program. Share 'Aqua Pennsylvania's commitment includes delivery of safe, reliable drinking water to its customers,' said Aqua Pennsylvania President Marc Lucca. 'Our commitment includes pursuit of PENNVEST funding which will help mitigate impacts to our customers.' PFAS Treatment Systems More than $15 million in PENNVEST funding will support 6 PFAS treatment installation projects at community well sites in Bucks, Chester, and Luzerne Counties. The PFAS treatment systems will positively impact more than 5,800 customers in the following communities: BUCKS COUNTY New Britain Borough CHESTER COUNTY East Marlborough Township, Franklin Township, West Brandywine Township, West Whiteland Township LUZERNE COUNTY White Haven Borough Construction on these treatment facilities is expected to be completed in summer/fall of 2026. In April 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for six PFAS chemicals in drinking water. Funding awarded by PENNVEST will move Aqua Pennsylvania closer to meeting the federal guidelines ahead of the EPA's required compliance in 2029. Lead Service Line Replacements More than $2 million in combined grants and loans from PENNVEST will go toward the replacement of more than 200 customer-owned lead and galvanized service lines in Bristol Borough, Bucks County. Customer-owned service lines are the pipes running from approximately the curb line to homes and businesses. Aqua already treats drinking water to prevent lead leaching from pipes into the water, but replacing these aging pipes is an extra step in reducing the risk for customers. The lead service line replacement project in Bristol is expected to start in June 2025 and is estimated to be completed in early 2026. The replacement is done at no direct cost to the customer. A warranty is also provided on the completed work. Find out more about Aqua Pennsylvania's commitment to our customers in the Commonwealth. About Aqua Pennsylvania Aqua Pennsylvania provides water and wastewater service to approximately 1.5 million people in 32 counties throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Visit for more information or follow @MyAquaWater on Facebook and @MyAquaWater on X. About Essential 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 more than 7,600 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 Forward-Looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which generally include words such as 'believes,' 'expects,' 'intends,' 'anticipates,' 'estimates' and similar expressions. The Company can give no assurance that any actual or future results or events discussed in these statements will be achieved. Any forward-looking statements represent its views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Readers are cautioned that such forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the statements contained in this release. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the capital to be invested, including the timing of capital investments and the quantities of PFAS systems installed and lead service lines to be replaced, in Aqua's water and wastewater systems; that it will continue to seek and receive grants and low-interest loans; compliance with state and federal regulations; and the impact of any funding received on customer rates. There are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements including the factors discussed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's business, please refer to the Company's annual, quarterly and other SEC filings. The Company is not under any obligation - and expressly disclaims any such obligation - to update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. WTRGG
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Water plant using grant to improve safe drinking water
WHITE HAVEN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A local water treatment plant will soon be getting some much needed upgrades to remove potentially harmful chemicals from their community's drinking water. And it's all thanks to some recent state funding. These chemicals, known as PFAS or 'forever chemicals' are extremely difficult to remove from water. Thanks to the recent funding, Aqua Pennsylvania's plant in White Haven will have an easier time keeping their community safe. Car seat recall issued by NHTSA PFAS, often referred to as 'forever chemicals', are man-made chemicals used in a wide range of products from water repellent and non-stick pans to firefighting foam. The chemicals are extremely durable, but can be harmful to your health. And they are difficult to remove from water, making conventional filtration methods useless. 'They call them forever chemicals, which is kind of scary,' stated Penn Lake Park resident, Lisa Stuart. 'It makes me feel really uncomfortable, you know, you shower, you drink the same water that has all these pollutions in it,' expressed Noah Marsico of White Haven. Wednesday, the Shapiro administration announced an investment of more than $242 million on 32 different water infrastructure projects across the state. One of the projects is in White Haven. Aqua Pennsylvania received more than 4.4 million dollars in grants and loans. That money will allow them to construct a new treatment facility to combat these potentially harmful chemicals. Residents I spoke with are glad something is being done. 'I think what's important is that once we realize that it's harmful, and once we realize we can do something to reverse it or change it, that we are. And that's the important part,' expressed Stuart. In a statement to 28/22 news, Aqua Pennsylvania said in-part: Aqua Pennsylvania is committed to providing safe, reliable drinking water to its customers. We have proactively worked for years to remove PFAS compounds from our drinking water, long before regulations were in place. Aqua Pennsylvania is dedicated to removing these 'Forever chemicals' from drinking water. Aqua Pennsylvania While these filtration systems aren't up and running just yet, residents say it's a step in the right direction. 'I want to be healthy. I want my kids to be healthy, more importantly I want my grand-kids to be healthy. And if it's a forever chemical then it's going to affect every generation, and if we can take it out now, then the following generations will be healthier for it,' added Stuart. Aqua Pennsylvania says they plan to begin construction on the new facility later this summer and finish by June of 2026. They say they don't expect any disruptions or inconveniences to the surrounding area. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
21-04-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
One Year After First Federal PFAS Guidelines, Aqua Pennsylvania on Track to Meet 2029 Compliance Deadline
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--One year since the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set a national standard for six PFAS compounds in drinking water, Aqua Pennsylvania confirms it is prepared to meet these federal regulations ahead of required compliance in 2029 thanks to nearly a decade of sustained action. 'When our customers turn on their taps, they do so with confidence that their drinking water is safe. We are fully committed to providing reliable, high-quality drinking water to our customers' homes and businesses and communities we serve,' said Aqua Pennsylvania President Marc A. Lucca. 'Aqua Pennsylvania has proactively worked for years to remove PFAS from our drinking water long before regulations were in place. Our extensive experience and ongoing efforts have not only ensured safe drinking water for our customers but have also positioned us to meet the EPA's strict guidelines ahead of the 2029 deadline.' The EPA first proposed its National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for six PFAS compounds in March 2023 and finalized the NPDWR standard in April 2024. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) published its final rule for PFOS and PFOA in January 2023. Years before the EPA or DEP established regulations, Aqua Pennsylvania set its own company standard for PFAS and started initiatives to remove PFAS from its customers' drinking water. Aqua's efforts and progress since 2016 include: Building a state-of-the-art lab to include high-tech testing equipment that can detect PFAS and other chemicals. Aqua is the only utility in Pennsylvania with a certified lab that tests for these chemicals, helping teams test samples more quickly and make timely decisions on water treatment. Setting an industry-leading standard for all Aqua customers in 2020, representing, at the time, the strictest Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) at 13 parts per trillion. Making PFAS test results available to all customers, ensuring they have clear and accessible information about their drinking water. Installing advanced filters in systems with high PFAS levels to meet DEP drinking water standards by 2025 and move toward EPA compliance by 2029. To meet evolving regulations and maintain the service reliability customers rely on, Aqua Pennsylvania invests significantly in critical infrastructure and upgrades to its treatment systems and facilities. As part of its commitment to mitigate the financial impact of regulations on customer rates, Aqua Pennsylvania aggressively pursues alternative funding sources. In 2024, Aqua secured nearly $100 million in low-interest loans and grants from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to fund critical projects. At the same time, the company continues to pursue legal action against chemical manufacturers and companies responsible for PFAS contamination in local watersheds and groundwater sources to hold them accountable. Aqua Pennsylvania's ongoing efforts come as the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 2025 Report Card for America's Infrastructure graded the country's drinking water a grade of C- and wastewater a grade of D+, highlighting the need for sustained infrastructure investment to strengthen water and wastewater systems and protect public health. For more information on Aqua Pennsylvania's PFAS initiatives and water quality efforts, click here. About Aqua Pennsylvania Aqua Pennsylvania provides water and wastewater service to approximately 1.5 million people in 32 counties throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Visit for more information or follow @MyAquaWater on Facebook and @MyAquaWater on X. About Essential 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 more than 7,600 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 Forward-Looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which generally include words such as 'believes,' 'expects,' 'intends,' 'anticipates,' 'estimates' and similar expressions. The Company can give no assurance that any actual or future results or events discussed in these statements will be achieved. Any forward-looking statements represent its views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Readers are cautioned that such forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the statements contained in this release. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the capital, including the timing of capital, to be invested in Aqua's water and wastewater infrastructure, that it will continue to seek and receive grants and low-interest loans, the outcome of any litigation, and meeting all federal and state standards that may change. There are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements including the factors discussed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's business, please refer to the Company's annual, quarterly and other SEC filings. The Company is not under any obligation - and expressly disclaims any such obligation - to update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. WTRGG
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Mandatory water conservation for multiple counties
(WBRE/WYOU) — Aqua Pennsylvania reminds customers of a mandatory water conservation notice by those served by the Roaring Creek Water Plant. Due to the drier-than-normal weather conditions, Aqua Pennsylvania has a mandatory water conservation notice for towns in Northumberland, Columbia, and Schuylkill Counties. AG warns about Bitcoin scam as more fall victim The areas impacted are: Northumberland County Ralpho Township, Zerbe Township, Coal Township, and Mt. Carmel Township. Columbia County Conyngham Township and Centralia Borough. Schuylkill County Butler Township, Gordon Borough, and Girardville Borough. The mandatory water conservation applies to all nonessential residential water use, including washing cars, trucks, or any automobile or mobile equipment and power washing of any kind. Aqua Pennsylvania also gives tips on how to limit water use: Don't leave the water running when brushing your teeth or shaving. Take showers, not baths: Showers are more efficient and use less water. The shorter the shower, the better. A 10-minute shower uses half the amount of water as a full bathtub. Cut back on rinsing dishes. Scrape off the food and let the dishwasher do the rest. Only run the dishwasher when it is full. If customers have any specific questions or concerns, you can call Aqua Pennsylvania at 877-987-2782. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Greenville wastewater system bought out for $18 million, new projects announced
GREENVILLE, Pa. (WKBN) — Greenville residents will now have a new water supplier after an $18 million purchase. Essential Utilities, Inc. announced this week its Aqua Pennsylvania subsidiary has finalized its $18 million purchase of the Greenville Sanitary Authority's wastewater system in Mercer County. The system serves Greenville Borough, Hempfield and West Salem Townships. As part of the transaction, Aqua Pennsylvania plans to invest $20 million dollars over the next decade in system improvements to resolve safety, operational and environmental deficiencies including: Storage, labeling, and dechlorination issues Wastewater treatment plant ventilation concerns Insufficient emergency/standby power generation Permit compliance issues According to a press release, customers' base rates will not change after Aqua begins operating the system. The release also stated the cost of these planned improvements is less than half of what the Greenville Sanitary Authority planned to spend to address a Consent Order Agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
