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Group Named One of the Most Charitable Companies

For its strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its customers and communities, California Water Service Group earned a spot as one of only three water utilities on Newsweek’s inaugural list of “America’s Most Charitable Companies.” In the rankings, Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, recognized the…

Rio Del Oro Water Reclamation Facility Upgraded

New Mexico Water has completed the first of a two-phase upgrade of its Rio Del Oro water reclamation facility to better support growth and increase the use of non-potable water in Rio Communities. The upgrade, completed last month, expanded the capacity of the company’s Rio Del Oro wastewater treatment plant, from 200,000 gallons a day…

Group Donates Nearly $1.9 Million in 2025

As California Water Service Group (Group) rings in its 100-year anniversary, the company also looks back on last year’s philanthropic giving program. With over $1.88 million donated to local organizations in 2025, contributions made benefited charitable organizations and first responders that share Group’s purpose to enhance the quality of life for those in the communities…

Group Opens 13th Annual Scholarship Program

Students living in California Water Service Group’s (Group) California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington service areas can now apply for the company’s 13th annual Scholarship Program. Up to $80,000 in scholarship funds are available to help offset the cost of post-secondary education. To be eligible for one of four $10,000 grand-prize scholarships or additional scholarships ranging from $2,500…

Group Celebrates its Centennial

California Water Service Group (Group) turns 100 years old this year, and it will commemorate the milestone with a year-long celebration of its legacy that is the foundation for future success. “Throughout our history, we have shown resilience, ingenuity, and commitment, overcoming challenges time and time again to provide our customers a safe, reliable water…

Group One of “America’s Most Responsible Companies”

For the fifth consecutive year, Newsweek has named California Water Service Group one of “America’s Most Responsible Companies.” Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, honored Group with the 2026 designation for the utility’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and corporate citizenship. Group was one of four investor-owned water utilities ranked…

Group One Of “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies”

In recognition of the utility’s commitment to “always do the right thing,” Newsweek today named California Water Service Group (Group) one of the “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies.” This is the third year in a row Group has earned this designation, which comes six months after receiving the nod as one of “America’s Most Trustworthy Companies”…

Group Earns Great Place To Work Certification™

Great Place To Work® has again certified California Water Service Group (Group) for 2025, marking a decade that the company has held this distinction. The award—which includes both a Culture Audit© and a Trust Index©—is based entirely on current, full-time employees’ feedback about the company’s culture and their experience working at the company. Beyond its…

$80,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 13 Students

Thirteen rising stars from California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington who have chosen higher education to better themselves and their communities have been awarded a total of $80,000 in scholarships as part of California Water Service Group’s Scholarship Program for the 2025-26 academic year. To date, Group has provided $839,000 in scholarships as part of…

Annual Water Quality Reports Now Available

New Mexico Water has published its annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR) for each of its water systems and invites customers to learn about the quality of their local water supply. Customers can access their 2024 CCRs, also called water quality reports, along with previous years’ reports on the Water Quality Reports page. Importantly, the reports…