Core Viewpoint - Dividend-paying stocks are generally considered lower-risk investments compared to non-payers, as they generate sufficient cash to fund growth and return excess to shareholders through dividends [1] Group 1: Black Hills (BKH) - Black Hills operates as a regulated utility with a monopoly on natural gas distribution and electricity in several states, benefiting from government regulation [5][6] - The company has a growing customer base, expanding at twice the rate of the U.S. population, and has a history of increasing dividends for over five decades, achieving Dividend King status [7] - Expected earnings growth of 4% to 6% and a dividend yield of 4.8% make Black Hills an attractive investment opportunity [8] Group 2: Kinder Morgan (KMI) - Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure platforms in the U.S., with stable cash flows supported by take-or-pay contracts that account for 64% of annual cash flows [9][10] - The company anticipates cash flow growth to $5.9 billion this year, sufficient to cover its $2.6 billion dividend outlay and fund capital expenditures with excess free cash flow [11][12] - With $8.8 billion in growth capital projects, primarily in natural gas pipelines, Kinder Morgan has a strong foundation for future dividend increases, having raised its payout for eight consecutive years [13] Group 3: American States Water (AWR) - American States Water is a major water utility serving 1 million consumers across nine states, with a long history of dividend payments since 1931 and 70 consecutive years of increases, making it a top Dividend King [15] - The company has achieved a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8% in dividend growth over the past five years and aims for over 7% in the long term, supported by planned capital expenditures [16] - The stable cash flows and growth potential position American States Water as one of the safest and most reliable dividend stocks available, with a current yield of 2.4% [17]

Financial Performance - Operating revenues increased from $2.88 billion in 2013 to $3.01 billion in 2014[15] - Adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased by 10%, from $2.21 in 2013 to $2.43 in 2014[40] - The company is reaffirming its 2015 EPS guidance of $2.55-$2.65[22] - The company's long-term EPS growth goal is 7-10% from 2015-2019, anchored from FY 2013[23, 24] - Adjusted Return on Equity increased from 832% to 886% from 2013 to 2014[51, 89] Investments and Acquisitions - The company invested $1 billion in infrastructure in 2014, $100 million over the original estimate[18] - The company closed acquisitions of 13 systems in 2014, adding 4,500 water & wastewater customers[18] - 11 announced pending acquisitions are expected to add 21,500 water & wastewater customers[18] Regulatory Updates - New Jersey Rate Case filing requests a $662 million increase, or 996%[29] - Indiana American rate case order effective January 29, 2015, includes $51 million revenues (26% increase) driven by over $220 million investment in assets[30] Operational Efficiency - The company is targeting an O&M Efficiency Ratio of 34% by 2020[32]

2015 Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call February 25, 2016 1 Greg Panagos Vice President of Investor Relations 2 Susan Story President and Chief Executive Officer Walter Lynch Chief Operating Officer Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this presentation including, without limitation, 2015 earnings guidance, the outcome of pending acquisition activity, the amount of future capital investments, and estimated revenues from rate cases and other government agency authorizations, are forward-look ...

Financial Performance - American Water's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations increased from $2.64 in 2015 to $2.84 in 2016[29] - The company affirms its 2017 guidance range for EPS to be $2.98 - $3.08[79] - The company anticipates a 7-10% EPS Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) through 2021, anchored off 2015 EPS[34] - The company's common dividends declared showed a CAGR of 10% from 2014 to 2017[35] - American Water's capital investment reached a record level of $1.3 billion in 2016 for regulated infrastructure[24] - Cash flow from operations increased by 8.2% from 2015 to 2016[77] Regulated Business - The company's regulated business remains the foundation of its long-term growth strategy[23] - The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a $35.2 million rate increase for American Water, authorizing a 9.79% Return on Equity (ROE)[41] - The company closed acquisitions serving approximately 42,000 customers and had pending acquisitions for approximately 40,000 customers in 2016[24] - The company's O&M efficiency ratio improved to 34.9% in 2016 and is targeting 32.5% by 2021[24, 50]

2017 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Earnings Conference Call NYSE: AWK NYSE: AWK Forward-Looking Statements Ed Vallejo Vice President, Investor Relations NYSE: AWK NYSE: AWK www.amwater.com 2 Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this presentation including, without limitation, 2018 earnings guidance, projected long-term earnings and dividend growth, our projected operation & maintenance efficiency ratio, the outcome of pending acquisition activity and estimated revenues from rate cases and other go ...

Core Viewpoint - California Water Service Group's subsidiary, California Water Service, has entered into an agreement to own and operate the wastewater and recycled water systems of the Silverwood community in San Bernardino County, CA, aligning with its strategy to diversify water sources and enhance sustainability [1][2]. Agreement Details - Cal Water will serve approximately 500 wastewater connections currently supplied by the City of Hesperia after the completion of Silverwood's wastewater treatment plant, which is expected to have over 15,000 customer connections upon full development [3]. - The ownership transfer will occur in phases as systems are completed, contingent upon satisfying closing conditions, and will be reorganized as a Cal Water district under the California Public Utilities Commission's supervision [4]. Service Reliability and Expansion - California Water is focused on expanding operations in the western United States through acquisitions, exploring new opportunities in both regulated and non-regulated water and wastewater activities [5]. - The company plans to invest $660 million in capital expenditures in 2025 and a total of $2.06 billion from 2025 to 2027 to upgrade infrastructure and improve service quality [7]. Industry Significance - The U.S. has nearly 50,000 community water systems and 14,000 wastewater treatment systems, which are vital for public health and environmental sustainability [8]. - There is a growing trend of U.S. water utility companies acquiring wastewater systems to address funding and management challenges faced by municipalities, bringing in necessary capital and expertise for upgrades [9]. Competitor Activities - Other companies, such as American Water Works, Middlesex Water Company, and Essential Utilities, are also pursuing wastewater acquisitions as part of their growth strategies, indicating a broader industry trend towards consolidation and expansion in wastewater services [11][12][13]. Stock Performance - Over the past three months, California Water's shares have increased by 0.5%, compared to a 4.3% growth in the industry [14].

Core Insights - Itron, Inc. has shipped over 2 million Cyble 5 communication modules, with Metz Eurométropole Water Utility receiving the milestone module, supporting its transition to advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) [1][2] - The Cyble 5 module enables real-time monitoring and advanced analytics, allowing water providers to make data-driven decisions for optimized operations and improved service delivery [2][3] - Metz Eurométropole Water Utility serves over 47,000 people and utilizes the Cyble 5 module to enhance leak prevention, resource allocation, and billing accuracy since its deployment began in 2022 [3] Company and Product Features - The Cyble 5 module connects to Metz Eurométropole's LoRaWAN AMI network, facilitating two-way communication and extensive data sets [3] - The module's durable design is IP68-rated, ensuring protection against harsh environments, which helps lower maintenance and meter replacement costs [6] - It offers interoperability with open standards, allowing seamless integration with AMR, AMI, and IoT networks [6] Strategic Importance - The deployment of the Cyble 5 module is seen as a strategic investment for Metz Eurométropole, enabling the utility to achieve its water management goals [2][4] - The improved data management capabilities allow for better targeting of investments, enabling reinvestment of savings into expanding smart water solutions [4] - Itron emphasizes the critical need for smarter operations in light of rising water demand, climate disruption, and urbanization [4]

Core Insights - Cadiz, Inc. will participate in the 15th Annual ROTH London Conference on June 25-26, 2025, at the Four Seasons Hotel London [1] - The company's Chairman and CEO, Susan Kennedy, will engage in one-on-one meetings with institutional investors during the conference [2] - Cadiz, Inc. is focused on providing clean, reliable, and affordable water solutions, leveraging its extensive resources including 45,000 acres of land and 2.5 million acre-feet of water supply [3] Company Overview - Founded in 1983, Cadiz, Inc. specializes in water supply, storage, pipeline, and treatment solutions [3] - The company possesses 220 miles of pipeline assets and utilizes advanced water treatment filtration technology [3] - Cadiz aims to address the challenges posed by climate change on clean water access through its comprehensive solutions [3]

XYLEM INC. Q4 2014 EARNINGS RELEASE FEBRUARY 5, 2015 XYLEM PROPRIETARY / CONFIDENTIAL Q4 2014 EARNINGS RELEASE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This presentation contains information that may constitute "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. Generally, the words "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "project," "intend," "plan," "forecast," "believe," "target," "will," "could," "would," "should" and similar expressions ident ...

Financial Performance - Q4 2015 organic revenue grew by 2%[9, 18]; adjusted EPS was $0.60, up 3% excluding FX translation[9, 22] - FY 2015 organic revenue grew by 2%[9]; adjusted EPS was $1.85, up 5% excluding FX translation[9] - FY 2015 free cash flow conversion was 105%, driven by working capital improvement[9] - Full year 2015 revenue was $3.653 billion, compared to $3.916 billion in 2014[15] - The company repurchased 1.4 million shares for $50 million during Q4 and 5.1 million shares for $175 million in FY 2015[13] Segment Performance - Water Infrastructure Q4 2015 revenue was $629 million, with organic growth of 1%[27] - Applied Water Q4 2015 revenue was $365 million, with organic growth of 3%[33] - Water Infrastructure full year 2015 revenue was $2.231 billion, with organic growth of 1%[39] - Applied Water full year 2015 revenue was $1.422 billion, with organic growth of 3%[39] Capital Deployment and Outlook - The company announced a dividend increase of 10% on a per share basis[13] - The company acquired Tideland for $69 million, which is expected to generate $43 million in revenue in FY 2016 (11 months)[13] - 2016 revenue is projected to be between $3.675 billion and $3.745 billion[46]