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American Water Recognized on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2026 List
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has again been recognized on Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies, illustrating its continued commitment to sustainability.
About this update from American Water Works Company, Inc.
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