SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H2O America (Nasdaq: HTO), one of the nationโs largest investor-owned water and wastewater utilities, has been named toย Newsweekโs Americaโs Most Responsible Companies 2026 list, which recognizes U.S. companies demonstrating outstanding commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Earlier this year, H2O America was one of two utilities recognized in Newsweekโs list of Greenest Companies 2026.
โWe are honored to once again be recognized as one of Americaโs Most Responsible Companies,โ said Andrew F. Walters, CEO of H2O America. โOur employees go above and beyond every day to strengthen the communities we serveโprotecting vital water resources, advancing clean energy, expanding affordability programs, and supporting local nonprofits. This recognition underscores how deeply responsibility and service are embedded in who we are and how we operate.โ
The ranking evaluates the top 2,000 U.S.-based public companies using more than 30 key performance indicators and a reputation survey of 18,000 consumers to assess CSR achievements across environmental, social, and governance categories. This is the second consecutive year that H2O America has been recognized by the Newsweek ranking.
H2O Americaโs operations span California, Connecticut, Maine, and Texas, where the company provides high-quality water and wastewater services to more than 1.6 million people. The companyโs 2024 sustainability achievements, highlighted in its recently released Corporate Sustainability Report, reflect significant progress across all pillars of ESG. Key accomplishments include:
Environmental Progress
- 43% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from the 2019 baselineโadvancing toward the 2030 goal of 50%.
- 73% increase in solar energy generation, supported by eight new solar projects, including the companyโs first in Texas.
- Major investments in resilient infrastructure, including $353 million in system upgrades, 46 miles of pipeline replaced, and 20,000+ smart meters installed.
Community & Social Impact
- $400,000 in charitable contributions and the launch of the Force for Good Foundation, supporting community nonprofits across H2O Americaโs service areas.
- Expanded customer support, including flexible payment plans and rate assistance programs contributing to an 85.2% customer satisfaction rating.
Governance Leadership
- A majority-female board, including eight of ten independent directors, and the launch of an enterprise risk management program to strengthen oversight and accountability.
The full list of honorees is available on Newsweek.
About H2O America
H2O America (NASDAQ: HTO) is a national investor-owned network of local water and wastewater utilities united by one purpose: delivering clean, high-quality water to the communities we call home.
For H2O America, providing water is more than a responsibilityโitโs a privilege. Every connection we serve helps sustain what matters most: public health, vibrant neighborhoods, and a reliable future.
Across approximately 407,000 water and wastewater service connections, we invest in critical infrastructure to strengthen water supply for generations to come. We stay actively engaged in our local communities while focusing on operational excellence and delivering sustainable, long-term value to our investors.
Water is localโand so are our roots. Through our four regional water utilitiesโConnecticut Water, Maine Water, San Jose Water, and Texas Waterโwe proudly serve more than 1.6 million people across the country. Together, we protect whatโs precious.
For more information, please visit our website at www.H2O-America.com.
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