American Water Unveils New "Green" Exhibit Booth at National League of Cities Exposition

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK), the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility company, will unveil a new “green” exhibit booth at this year’s National League of Cities (NLC) Congress of Cities and Exposition in Orlando, Fla., on November 11-15.

Working with EWI Worldwide, a global live communications company that connects people and brands through face-to-face marketing programs, American Water’s green approach to the new booth was two-fold: materials and ecological impact. Wall and counter materials are made of recycled materials, such as the polyethylene taken from post consumer detergent bottles, helping to minimize landfill waste. The lighter weight materials chosen, including moss fabric, aluminum framing and various wood core types will not only save money in shipping and transportation expenses, but also decrease truckloads resulting in reduced carbon emissions. At the end of the display’s life cycle, the components are separated and recycled, which may include reusing certain elements into a new design.

“Two years ago we had a vision and made a commitment to become much more environmentally conscious in our marketing efforts and this new booth is one example of our plan in action,” says MaryBeth Vrees, director of marketing and advertising for American Water. “We redeveloped and use our web tools wisely so we print less, use recycled paper whenever possible when we do print, and by paying attention to the materials used in the development of our new exhibit, all of these efforts are helping to protect the life essential resource American Water treats and delivers to about 15 million people every day.”

The NLC is the nation’s oldest and largest organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. The organization is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans.

American Water has exhibited at this high-profile show for more than five years. Come check out booth #519 to see American Water’s new “green” display.

About American Water

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs more than 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to approximately 15 million people in 32 states and Ontario, Canada. More information can be found by visiting www.amwater.com.