American Water Participates in Public Utility Symposium

American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, is participating in discussions at the Financial Research Institute's (FRI) Annual Public Utility Symposium held on September 23, 2026, in Columbia, Missouri. The symposium addresses how the industry can meet changing customer demands, balancing affordability, infrastructure needs, reliability, and financial health.

Company representatives, including Rebecca Losli, President of Illinois American Water, and Chuck Rea, Vice President of Regulatory Pricing and Affordability, are speaking on panels. Losli's session covers AI load requests, global supply chains, and data centers' water-energy needs. Rea's panel focuses on how utilities can support customers while modernizing infrastructure and fostering development.

The FRI Symposium, in its 35th year, serves as a key forum for industry leaders, regulators, and stakeholders to discuss advancements in research, education, and collaboration. American Water's participation highlights its commitment to shaping the future of water and wastewater services.

Founded in 1886, American Water provides services to approximately 14 million people across 14 states and 19 military installations.