American Water Presents Sustainability Goals and Strategy
- American Water raised its 2026-2035 capital plan to more than $48 billion from $46 billion-$48 billion.
- The 2026-2030 capital plan increased to more than $20 billion from $19 billion-$20 billion, driven by faster pipe replacement.
- Infrastructure replacement, including lead and galvanized steel service lines, is driving higher long-term investment needs.
- Rate base is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of approximately 8%-9%.
- A full capital-plan update is planned for 2027 following the proposed Essential merger's closing.
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