Since 2021, PENVEST has awarded Aqua Pennsylvania more than $270 million, exceeding its internal milestone of a quarter billion dollars
Funding is part of Aqua Pennsylvania’s commitment to deliver quality water services at affordable customer rates
BRYN MAWR, Pa. (July 15, 2026)- Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded $74.3 million in a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The funding will support several PFAS treatment projects, including at the Neshaminy Water Treatment Plant in Bucks County. This latest round of PENNVEST loans also marks a significant milestone in Aqua’s mission to seek out alternative funding sources. Since 2021, Aqua Pennsylvania has obtained $270.2 million from PENNVEST to complete crucial infrastructure upgrades at a reduced cost to customers. Of the total amount, more than $260 million since 2024.
“Aqua Pennsylvania is dedicated to delivering affordable drinking water and wastewater services to our customers across the Commonwealth,” said Aqua Pennsylvania President Marc Lucca. “Our team has been aggressive in its commitment to pursue alternative funding to lessen the financial burden on our customers. I want to thank PENNVEST for its continued support and recognition of the work we do every day.”
Neshaminy Water Plant PFAS Treatment System
Nearly $61 million in PENNVEST funding will support the construction of a PFAS treatment system for Aqua’s Neshaminy Water Treatment Plant. The system will use Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) units to treat 15 million gallons of drinking water per day, which will meet federal regulatory requirements for drinking water. The Neshaminy Water Treatment Plant serves approximately 62,000 customers in Montgomery and Bucks Counties. Construction is expected to be completed by late summer 2028.
PFAS Treatment Systems at Well Sites
Aqua obtained nearly $13.5 million in PENNVEST funding to support three PFAS treatment installation projects at community well sites in Chester and Luzerne Counties. The PFAS treatment systems will positively impact nearly 5,700 customers.
CHESTER COUNTY
- Embreeville Well, West Bradford, Caln, and East Brandywine Townships
- Hollow Run Well, West Whiteland and West Goshen Townships
LUZERNE COUNTY
- Oak Hill Well 3, Lehman Township
Construction at these well facilities is expected to be completed by fall 2027.
Aqua Pennsylvania is already in full compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) PFAS drinking water standards. The additional treatment at these sites is needed to comply with the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) drinking water standard.
Learn more about Aqua’s dedication to providing high-quality water and wastewater service here.