Pennsylvania American Water President Addresses New ASCE Report Card, Urges More Investment in Critical Water Infrastructure

MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Justin Ladner, President of Pennsylvania American Water, issued the following statement in response to the grades of C- for water and D+ for water and wastewater in the American Society of Civil Engineers' (ASCE) 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure.

“The ASCE 2025 Report Card reveals no change or improvement over the last four years – America's drinking water and wastewater infrastructure is stagnant. The Report Card highlights the urgent need for significant investment in water and wastewater infrastructure, not just across the nation, but also here in Pennsylvania,” Ladner said. “Our state continues to face challenges when it comes to investing in critical infrastructure, particularly in these sectors.”

With over a trillion dollars in infrastructure investments needed in water and wastewater across the country over the next two decades, American Water continues to work with local, state and federal leaders to provide expertise and investment in communities across Pennsylvania that need to strengthen their water systems.

Over the next 10 years, American Water plans to invest $40-$42 billion in our systems across the country to help ensure safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater service.

Locally, Pennsylvania American Water has invested more than $4.27 billion in capital construction across the commonwealth over the past 10 years, including over $675 million in 2024 alone. The company’s expected expenditures range from $525 to $625 million annually over the next several years. Learn more about Pennsylvania American Water’s infrastructure investment at pennsylvaniaamwater.com/infrastructure.

“At Pennsylvania American Water, we take pride in continuously maintaining and upgrading the infrastructure that helps keep life flowing for our customers. To provide high-quality, reliable water and wastewater services, we’re committed to the proper planning, careful implementation, and of course, investment dollars, that are necessary to ensure our systems operate safely and efficiently,” added Ladner.

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.

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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.