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2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

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Company Reports on Progress Made Year Over Year As part of its efforts to continue expanding and improving its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program, California Water Service Group today released its annual ESG Report and ESG Analyst Download. The 2022 report details progress made across Group’s subsidiaries last year on their relevant ESG focus…

Committed to Setting Emission Reduction Targets

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California Water Service Group announced today that it will set absolute, science-based Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets by the end of the third quarter of 2024, which builds upon the Company’s prior commitment to set intensity targets for energy- or GHG-intensity of water produced and/or delivered to customers by…

One of "America’s Most Trustworthy Companies"

Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2023, Newsweek

In recognition of the company’s efforts with customers, employees, and investors, Newsweek magazine has named California Water Service Group (Group) to its 2023 list of “America’s Most Trustworthy Companies.” The honor was given to Group by Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, based on feedback and analysis regarding trust…

Compliance with Potential PFAS Regulation

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With the release of a proposed national primary drinking water regulation by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) today, California Water Service Group’s subsidiaries are assessing the impact of the potential regulation on their water systems in California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington. Group’s subsidiaries are reviewing the…

Acquisition of Bethel Greenacres Water Association

Following approval by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) in February 2023, Washington Water has closed the acquisition of Bethel Greenacres Water Association’s water system assets. The Bethel Greenacres system includes 200 residential customer connections in Graham, Wash., adjacent to Washington Water’s East Pierce system. Washington Water has been serving Bethel Greenacres customers through…

More than $1.5 Million Donated

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California Water Service Group (Group) donated $1.57 million to community organizations, first responders, and students in 2022 in areas served by its subsidiaries, as part of its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those it serves. The utility and its employees gave another $34,270 through an employee charitable donation-matching program. Last year, Group…

10th Annual College Scholarship Program

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California Water Service Group (Group) announced the commencement of its 10th annual College Scholarship Program cycle today, reaffirming the utility’s commitment to improving lives in its communities. Students residing in areas served by its California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries are encouraged to apply for a portion of the $80,000 available in awards. Four $10,000 grand-prize…

"America’s Most Responsible Companies" Honor

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Newsweek magazine today recognized California Water Service Group (Group) on its 2023 list of “America’s Most Responsible Companies.” The distinction was presented to Group for the second year in a row by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world’s leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, for the utility’s efforts related to environmental, social, and governance…

Acquisition of Driftwood Valley Water Complete

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Washington Water announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Driftwood Valley Association’s water system assets. Washington Water will now provide water utility service to Driftwood Valley Homeowner Association’s 62 customers in Yelm, Washington. As part of the acquisition, Washington Water also expects to provide service to new customers in the association as its…

Great Place to Work® Recognition for 7th Year

Great Place to Work Certified, August 2022 to August 2023

The Great Place to Work® Institute has named California Water Service Group (Group) a Great Place to Work for 2022–2023, the utility announced today. This marks the seventh year in a row Group has earned this honor. The two-part Great Place to Work® certification includes a Culture Audit© and a Trust Index©. The Culture Audit©…