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CBS News
4 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Pittsburgh Water announces $75M in upgrades for water main, lead service line replacements
Pittsburgh Water has announced a new round of water main and lead service line replacements in several neighborhoods set to take place during the 2025 construction season. The upgrades, totaling $75.4 million, will "enhance water reliability and safety, contribute to the ongoing effort to modernize Pittsburgh's water infrastructure, and generate economic activity in our region," according to a news release from Pittsburgh Water. Construction will take place across Point Breeze North, Brighton Heights, Squirrel Hill North, Lower Lawrenceville, and Bloomfield starting in early summer 2025, with work continuing through mid-2026. The project aims to install over 10 miles of new water mains and 1,000 service lines to help reduce incidents, such as water main breaks, that can lead to service interruptions and low water pressure, according to the press release. "With continued investment and support from state and local partners, Pittsburgh Water is working to provide a safer, more reliable water system for our residents," said CEO Will Pickering. "The hundreds of jobs associated with these essential upgrades will reinvest ratepayer dollars and PENNVEST funding locally, while reinforcing our system's reliability for future generations." Pittsburgh Water estimates that the engineering and construction associated with the project will generate over $112 million in economic output and create over 500 jobs.
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
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Millions awarded to Pennsylvania communities for water and sewer improvements
HARRISBURG Pa. (WTAJ) — More than $240 million is flowing into Pennsylvania communities to improve aging water and sewer infrastructure, but that's only part of the story. Behind the funding is a push to modernize outdated systems, prevent flooding, and keep drinking water safe for generations. Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration, through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), approved $242.8 million for 32 drinking water and wastewater projects across 23 counties. The funding supports a wide range of upgrades from replacing lead service lines to rehabilitating high-hazard dams and marks a major milestone in the state's clean water efforts. PENNVEST has surpassed $1 billion in infrastructure funding within a single fiscal year for the first time, a milestone its chairman Dr. Brian Regli says reflects significant progress and paves the way for continued achievements moving forward. The investments come from a mix of state and federal sources, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and aim to bring systems into compliance with environmental regulations while supporting long-term community needs. Below is a breakdown of key project awards in central and western Pennsylvania: WATER PROJECTS Cambria County Greater Johnstown Water Authority $22,121,845 loan Modifications to the North Fork Reservoir dam, improving safety and preventing potential flooding in communities. Clearfield County Clearfield Municipal Authority $15,628,982 grant $10,271,018 loan Replacement of the Montgomery Run treatment system with a membrane filtration system to improve drinking water quality. SEWER PROJECTS Blair County Altoona Water Authority (Announced by Rep. Lou Schmitt and Sen. Judy Ward) $6,750,000 loan Replacement of bar screens at Easterly and Westerly CSO Control Facilities to improve water flow and protect nearby waterways. Cambria County Scalp Level Borough (Announced by Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and Rep. Jim Rigby) $5,135,237 grant $3,374,763 loan Installation of more than 8,200 feet of sanitary sewer line and nearly 1,900 feet of stormwater line to reduce overflows and infiltration. Somerset County Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset $10,724,921 grant $7,975,079 loan Upgrades to more than 40,000 feet of sanitary sewer piping and 11,000 feet of stormwater pipe to eliminate illegal connections and reduce overflow risks. State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana), a PENNVEST board member, emphasized the broader significance of these projects. 'Our water infrastructure is so important, and the only way to ensure it sticks to the high standards we have for it is continued investment,' Smith said in a release. 'These funds help ensure our water quality remains high, making our most basic needs as dependable as can be.' Since its creation, PENNVEST has approved over $12.8 billion in clean water projects. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
23-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pennsylvania American Water Receives More than $9.5 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Lead Service Line Removal Project
MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Shapiro administration today announced that Pennsylvania American Water was awarded a grant and a low-interest loan from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) totaling $9,527,990. The funding will support one of the company's lead service line replacement projects in the City of New Castle, Lawrence County. 'At Pennsylvania American Water, we strive to provide our customers with high-quality, reliable water services while also meeting environmental standards and regulations. We're thankful to PENNVEST for approving this funding request that will support us in that mission,' said Pennsylvania American Water Vice President of Engineering Tony Nokovich. 'This project will have a positive impact on the service provided for our customers by enabling us to continue our efforts to remove lead service lines.' The PENNVEST grant of $5,565,850 and $3,962,140 loan will fund the replacement of approximately 550 identified lead water service lines in New Castle. The removal of all leaded components will provide direct water quality improvements to customers and is consistent with regulatory and Pennsylvania American Water initiatives to eliminate lead-containing lines from the public water supply system. Learn more at 'Since the inception of the State Revolving Fund, PENNVEST has approved in excess of $12.8 billion in clean water infrastructure projects," said PENNVEST Executive Director Robert Boos in the Commonwealth's official announcement. 'The revolving nature of the fund has proven to be highly successful. As we move forward, our focus will remain on supporting projects that continue to innovate and foster collaboration, ensuring we deliver even greater results for our communities.' The terms of the loan Pennsylvania American Water received are 1% for the full 20-year loan period. 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, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 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 and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About Pennsylvania American Water Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pennsylvania American Water Receives More than $9.5 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Lead Service Line Removal Project in New Castle
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., April 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Shapiro administration today announced that Pennsylvania American Water was awarded a grant and a low-interest loan from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) totaling $9,527,990. The funding will support one of the company's lead service line replacement projects in the City of New Castle, Lawrence County. "At Pennsylvania American Water, we strive to provide our customers with high-quality, reliable water services while also meeting environmental standards and regulations. We're thankful to PENNVEST for approving this funding request that will support us in that mission," said Pennsylvania American Water Vice President of Engineering Tony Nokovich. "This project will have a positive impact on the service provided for our customers by enabling us to continue our efforts to remove lead service lines." The PENNVEST grant of $5,565,850 and $3,962,140 loan will fund the replacement of approximately 550 identified lead water service lines in New Castle. The removal of all leaded components will provide direct water quality improvements to customers and is consistent with regulatory and Pennsylvania American Water initiatives to eliminate lead-containing lines from the public water supply system. Learn more at "Since the inception of the State Revolving Fund, PENNVEST has approved in excess of $12.8 billion in clean water infrastructure projects," said PENNVEST Executive Director Robert Boos in the Commonwealth's official announcement. "The revolving nature of the fund has proven to be highly successful. As we move forward, our focus will remain on supporting projects that continue to innovate and foster collaboration, ensuring we deliver even greater results for our communities." The terms of the loan Pennsylvania American Water received are 1% for the full 20-year loan period. 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, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 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 and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About Pennsylvania American Water Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: David MisnerSenior Manager, External Sign in to access your portfolio
