{"id":172835,"date":"2026-04-22T14:07:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T14:07:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/172835\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T14:07:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T14:07:17","slug":"pennsylvania-american-water-celebrates-earth-day-with-water-saving-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/172835\/","title":{"rendered":"Pennsylvania American Water Celebrates Earth Day with Water Saving Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"(PRNewsfoto\/American<\/a> (PRNewsfoto\/American Water) <\/p>\n

Simple Ways to Make Earth Day Every Day<\/p>\n

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., April 22, 2026 \/PRNewswire\/ — In recognition of Earth Day, Pennsylvania American Water is highlighting the importance of\u00a0protecting local water resources<\/a> through environmental stewardship, strategic infrastructure investment and community engagement.<\/p>\n

Serving\u00a0approximately\u00a02.5 million\u00a0customers across\u00a0Pennsylvania, the company works year-round to protect water at its source while delivering safe, reliable service to homes and businesses.<\/p>\n

“Protecting water starts long before it reaches the tap,” said\u00a0Brandy Braun, director of water quality and environmental compliance for Pennsylvania American Water. “Our employees are committed every day to strengthening infrastructure, safeguarding local waterways and supporting the communities we serve.”<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania\u00a0American Water also encourages customers to take simple steps at home that help conserve water and protect this vital resource, including:<\/p>\n

Fixing leaks<\/p>\n

Turning off the tap while brushing teeth<\/p>\n

Running full loads of laundry and dishes<\/p>\n

Properly disposing of household items like batteries,\u00a0paint and\u00a0unused medications<\/p>\n

Braun\u00a0added,\u00a0“Small actions can make\u00a0a big difference.\u00a0When utilities, communities and customers work together to protect water resources, we help ensure clean, reliable water for future\u00a0generations.”<\/p>\n

Customers can also help the environment and reduce paper usage by signing up for paperless billing through the company’s MyWater<\/a> portal.<\/p>\n

For more Earth Day information and resources, visit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Earth Day website:\u00a0epa.gov\/earthday<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This Saturday, April 25, is\u00a0also\u00a0National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, organized by the U.S.\u00a0Drug Enforcement Administration.\u00a0Unneeded medications\u00a0can be safely disposed of at official drop-off locations\u00a0across the commonwealth.\u00a0Find local drop-off locations\u00a0and more information at\u00a0dea.gov\/takebackday.<\/a><\/p>\n

About American Water\u00a0
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886\u00a0and\u00a0celebrating 140 years in 2026,\u00a0We Keep Life Flowing\u00ae by providing safe, clean,\u00a0reliable\u00a0and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to\u00a0approximately\u00a014 million people\u00a0with\u00a0regulated\u00a0operations in\u00a014\u00a0states\u00a0and\u00a0on\u00a018 military installations. American Water’s\u00a0approximately\u00a07,000\u00a0talented professionals\u00a0leverage\u00a0their significant\u00a0expertise\u00a0and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees,\u00a0investors\u00a0and other stakeholders.\u00a0For more information,\u00a0visit\u00a0amwater.com<\/a>\u00a0and join\u00a0American Water on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0X<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n