Over $186,000 Awarded in Grants to Fire Departments
To support local fire departments and their efforts to provide rescue and emergency services, Cal Water today announced it will award $186,077 in grants to eight California fire departments as part of the utility’s fifth annual Firefighter Grant Program. “As a water provider, day in and day out we work together with fire departments in…
Salinas and King City Give $19,000 in Food, Donations
To support struggling families with Thanksgiving meals and essential services, Cal Water partnered with local legislators and charitable organizations Thursday, Nov. 9 for the utility’s annual Operation Gobble distribution. Cal Water donated $10,500 and an additional $8,500 in Butterball turkey gift certificates to organizations helping those in need in the Salinas Valley area. “Every year,…
2023 USEPA WaterSense® Excellence Award Winner
For its commitment to—and partnership in—helping customers become more water-efficient, Cal Water has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2023 WaterSense® Excellence in Promoting WaterSense Labeled Products Award. The national award recognizes a partner that goes above and beyond to help consumers understand the value of water use efficiency and aligns with EPA’s focus to…
Group Surpasses Global Average ESG Evaluation Score
In its recently published Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Evaluation Report, S&P Global Ratings awarded California Water Service Group a score of 74 out of 100. Group performed on par with other utility networks in the United States (average score of 74/100), scored higher than the global sector average (72/100), and was rated even higher…
Helping Low-Income Customers Pay Water Bills
As part of its ongoing effort to support its low-income customers, Cal Water has entered a first-of-its-kind agreement with the California Department of Community Services & Development (CSD) to make it easier for customers to access funds through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). LIHWAP, a federally funded program that offers a one-time…
Group One of “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies”
In its inaugural list recognizing trustworthy companies worldwide, Newsweek magazine has named California Water Service Group (Group) one of the “World’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 among customers, investors, and employees.…
Infrastructure Upgrade Begins in Chico
Cal Water has begun work this month on a water infrastructure upgrade that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection in Northwest Chico. The project, which will include installation of about 5,100 feet of new eight- and six-inch water main along Rio Lindo Avenue, will be completed ahead of the City of Chico Road…
Great Place to Work® Recognition for 8th Year
In recognition of the utility’s commitment to its employees, the Great Place to Work® Institute has named California Water Service Group (Group) a Great Place to Work for the eighth year in a row. The Great Place to Work award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at the company.…
2023 Firefighter Grant Program Opens
Fire Departments in Utility’s Local Service Areas Can Now Apply for Life-Saving Project, Equipment Funding As part of its ongoing commitment to local fire departments and first responders, Cal Water today opened its fifth annual Firefighter Grant Program. Professional and volunteer fire departments that serve any part of Cal Water’s service areas are encouraged to…
Infrastructure Upgrades in Westlake
Cal Water has begun two water infrastructure upgrades to improve water supply reliability and fire protection throughout its Westlake District. The two projects include installation of a combined 2,250 feet of new water main and four new fire hydrants, which are estimated to be completed in October 2023. Residents may notice work in the following…