Utilities
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Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Chester County’s Water Infrastructure
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 12,840 feet of aging water mains in Tredyffrin, Thornbury, and Easttown Townships, Chester County. The existing cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service for decades to come. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement…
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Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning Shares Tips to Protect Your Home from Carbon Monoxide
It’s easy to keep tabs on the things you can see in your house, such as repairing a leaky faucet or adjusting the thermostat. But what about the things you can’t see, such as carbon monoxide (CO)? And how do you address a carbon monoxide issue if you have one? Bill Vanderslice of Brandywine Valley Heating…
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PECO Named Employer of Choice by the City of Philadelphia
PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas energy delivery company, has been named an Employer of Choice by the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce. As one of 14 companies named to the list, PECO stands among the top companies in the region demonstrating excellence in workforce development, inclusivity, and career advancement. This award highlights PECO’s…
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Aqua PA Awarded Nearly $29M in Funding to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water Across Commonwealth
Aqua Pennsylvania was recently awarded a combination of grant and low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support its continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. The funding, totaling as much as $28.9 million, will support 6 projects to install PFAS treatment systems at 15 community well sites in Chester,…
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PECO Powers Through Wicked Winter Cold Snap
Extreme cold gripped the region last week, with temperatures dipping as low as 10 degrees and wind chills making it feel even colder. Overall, residents across the region experienced the coldest January in the past 10 years. In advance of winter, PECO employees worked hard to ensure the company’s natural gas and electric systems were…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Launches Advanced PFAS Treatment System in Bucks County
Aqua Pennsylvania has implemented a PFAS treatment system at its Chalfont well station in Bucks County. This is the seventh PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. These treatment facilities also mark an important milestone in Aqua Pennsylvania’s resolve…
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PECO Reminds Customers of Critical Natural Gas Safety Tips
With the heating season upon the region, PECO customers are using more natural gas to heat their homes and businesses. All year long, PECO employees work to ensure the safe delivery of reliable energy for more than 553,000 natural gas customers. The company inspects and maintains 13,970 miles of natural gas transmission, distribution, and service…
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Aqua Offers Tips to Help Customers Avoid Frozen Pipes This Winter
Temperatures are beginning to plummet and Aqua is urging customers to act now to prevent frozen pipes, which can lead to costly repairs and significant disruptions in water service. Pipes are at higher risk of freezing when temperatures stay below freezing for extended periods of time. Preventative measures can help you avoid expensive cleanups and repairs. Tips…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Deliver Comfort and Support to Cancer Patients
For Aqua Pennsylvania’s last volunteer event of 2024, they teamed up with local nonprofit, Bringing Hope Home, to pack 50 “Bags of Hope” for individuals undergoing cancer treatments. Each bag was filled with comfort items, and once they were all packed, the volunteers had the opportunity to deliver the bags to patients at Bryn Mawr…
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PA American Water Recognizes 15 American Water Charitable Foundation State Strategic Impact Grantees
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water and Pennsylvania American Water, awarded State Strategic Impact Grants to 15 organizations across the Commonwealth, totaling $215,000 in funding. “The Chester County Food Bank is incredibly grateful for Pennsylvania American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation,” said CCFB CEO Andrea Youndt. “Through…
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American Water Charitable Foundation, PA American Water Triple Donations to Combat Food Insecurity
The American Water Charitable Foundation, 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Pennsylvania American Water together provided a total of $135,250 in donations during 2024 to 12 food banks throughout Pennsylvania where it serves customers. Donations nearly tripled for the year, up from $46,150…
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Pennsylvania American Water Recognizes 2024 Workforce Readiness Grant Recipients
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Pennsylvania American Water recently revealed that three nonprofit educational institutions were each awarded a $25,000 Workforce Readiness Grant. These grants are part of the company’s ongoing commitment to community support and…
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Start the New Year with Cold Weather Energy Savings Tips and Home Energy Efficiency Programs from PECO
As the winter chill sets in, it’s natural to turn up the heat to stay warm and cozy. With the new year just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to focus on home strategies that save energy, improve comfort, and help the environment. From simple changes like switching out incandescent light bulbs to LED…
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Aqua PA Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 13,550 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 13,550 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The existing cast iron pipes, which have exceeded their lifespan of 15-100 years, are being replaced with new ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service for decades to come. This investment is part of Aqua’s…
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Aqua PA Enhances Chester County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 5,000 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 5,000 feet of aging water mains in West Goshen Township and West Chester Borough, Chester County. The existing cast iron pipes, which have exceeded their lifespan of 15-100 years, are being replaced with new copper mains and ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service…
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Essential Utilities Celebrates 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Reinforces Water Quality Commitment
Essential Utilities is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, a landmark legislation safeguarding public health. To commemorate this milestone, Essential — through its water utility, Aqua — is reinforcing its efforts to protect water quality. “The Safe Drinking Water Act has been the cornerstone of safe drinking water protection for the…
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Brandywine Valley Returns to Its Roots: New Office in Exton by March 2025
For over 30 years, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning has served the greater Chester County area with heating, cooling, and HVAC installation — and the company isn’t slowing down. By early 2025, Bill Ronayne and his team have plans to return to their roots in Exton with a brand new office on Commerce Drive. The move was made…
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Aqua PA Reaches Milestone: 1,000 Lead and Galvanized Service Lines Replaced
One year since kicking off major efforts to replace customer-owned lead and galvanized service lines across the state, Aqua Pennsylvania has now completed replacements at 1,000 homes and businesses across the Commonwealth. These service line replacement projects are a major improvement for customers in 62 municipalities throughout Pennsylvania. Customer-owned service lines are the pipes running…
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