Illinois American Water celebrates Drinking Water Week and 50th anniversary of Safe Drinking Water Act
06 Mai 2024 - 9:20PM
Business Wire
Illinois American Water proudly joins communities across North
America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, an annual observance
led by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Taking place
May 5-11, Drinking Water Week serves to highlight the importance of
safe drinking water and recognize the tireless efforts of local
water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock. This
year’s celebration coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Safe
Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
Passed in 1974, the SDWA set strong water quality standards for
the nation’s drinking water and established a regulatory framework
to safeguard the public health and safety of U.S. citizens.
American Water recognizes the act’s significant contributions to
improving and protecting water quality and emphasizes the need for
continued investment and scientific evaluation to address emerging
challenges through daily operations.
“Delivering high-quality and reliable water service to our
customers is what motivates us every day. Drinking Water Week is an
annual opportunity to highlight and celebrate our industry, our
staff and our collective commitment to public health,” said Rachel
Bretz, Director of Water Quality for Illinois American Water.
“While celebrating our past achievements, we remain focused on and
committed to upholding the ideals of the Safe Drinking Water Act
and protecting the water of our future.”
To celebrate Drinking Water Week, water utilities, water
organizations, government entities, environmental advocates,
schools, and others throughout North America will help children and
consumers of all ages understand how water is protected, cleaned,
and delivered throughout their communities.
"Drinking Water Week is the perfect time to reflect on all that
safe drinking water means in our lives,” said AWWA CEO David
LaFrance. “Safe, reliable drinking water is critical in many ways,
including public health, economic prosperity and our high quality
of life. With the Safe Drinking Water Act anniversary, we also
celebrate the committed water system workers, the vigilant
regulators, the researchers, the public health professionals, the
environmental advocates, and everyone with a hand in fulfilling the
high standards and spirit of the SDWA."
American Water customers can learn more about the safety of
their local water by visiting
https://amwater.com/corp/Water-Quality-Wastewater-Service/water-quality-reports.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and
wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history
dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe,
clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater
services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations
in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s
6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise
and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent
outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and
other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water
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About Illinois American Water
Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the
largest regulated water utility in the state, providing
high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to
approximately 1.4 million people. American Water also operates a
quality control and research laboratory in Belleville.
About Drinking Water Week
For several decades, AWWA and its members have celebrated
Drinking Water Week, a unique opportunity for both water
professionals and the communities they serve to join together in
recognizing the vital role water plays in daily lives. Free
materials for download and additional information about Drinking
Water Week are available on the Drinking Water Week webpage.
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