What changed
New Jersey American Water received BPU approval for a $68 million annual revenue increase supporting more than $1.4 billion in system upgrades. New rates effective September 15, 2026 raise average residential water bills about $4 per month and wastewater bills about $4 per month. Eligible water customers receive a $9.88 monthly PFAS settlement credit for 12 months, yielding an average net bill reduction of nearly $6 per month for water-only customers. The company will return more than $79 million in PFAS litigation proceeds and interest through the PLUS credit beginning September 2026.
Why it matters
New Jersey American Water received BPU approval for a $68 million annual revenue increase supporting more than $1.4 billion in system upgrades. New rates effective September 15, 2026 raise average res
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Sep 15, 2026 07:53 PM ET