AWK, Essential Utilities File Joint Non-Unanimous Settlement for Merger Approval with PaPUC
· The NYC Memo
American Water Works Company, Inc. and Essential Utilities, Inc. filed a joint petition for non-unanimous settlement with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PaPUC) on September 15, 2026. This action is part of the ongoing regulatory approval process for the proposed merger between American Water's subsidiary, Alpha Merger Sub, Inc., and Essential Utilities, initially disclosed on October 26, 2025.
The PaPUC will review the Settlement Agreement and issue a Recommended Decision for final approval.