California Water Service Group Cuts Emissions 26.7%, Delivers 2.6 B Gallons of Recycled Water
California Water Service Group invested $7.3 million in emissions-reducing energy solutions and cut Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 GHG emissions by 26.7% from 2021 levels in 2025. The company delivered 2.6 billion gallons of recycled water, offered $22 million in low-income customer discounts and maintained 100% water quality compliance.
1. Protecting the planet
In 2025, the company invested $7.3 million in emissions-reducing energy solutions, including onsite solar and a utility green rate program, procuring 12.8% of its energy from renewables. It cut total Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 26.7% from 2021 levels, delivered 2.6 billion gallons of recycled water and funded $3.4 million in conservation rebates projected to save over 100 million gallons annually.
2. Serving customers
The company maintained 100% compliance with federal and state water quality standards through more than 630 000 tests and achieved a 9.1 customer satisfaction score. It provided $22 million in low-income customer discounts to over 100 000 households, submitted $20.4 million in grant applications for water projects—securing $10.1 million for PFAS treatment—and donated $1.9 million to local communities.
3. Engaging the workforce
California Water Service Group earned Great Place to Work certification for the 10th consecutive year, reduced OSHA-recordable injuries by 35% year-over-year and invested over $1 million in employee training and continuing education programs.
4. Governing with integrity
The board held more than 50 sustainability discussions, helped pass California SB 693 to streamline emergency response, and achieved 26% procurement spend with diverse suppliers. The group was named one of the World’s Most Trustworthy and America’s Most Responsible companies, reflecting its commitment to transparent governance.