Global Water Resources Named Finalist in 2018 Environmental Excellence Awards by Arizona Forward

[NEWS RELEASE] Global Water Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: GWRS), (TSX: GWR), a pure-play water resource management company, has been named a finalist in Arizona Forward’s 38th Annual Environmental Excellence Awards in the category of industrial and public works.

Finalists in the category preserve or enhance natural resources and the environment, integrate with the natural and man-made environment, and contribute to environmental awareness, education, or cultural and aesthetic appreciation. The winners will be announced on October 6, 2018 at an annual event that is expected to attract upwards of 600 community leaders and dignitaries from throughout Arizona.

Global Water was nominated for its effective implementation of Total Water Management (TWM). TWM is an integrated approach to managing the entire water cycle by owning and operating water, wastewater and recycled water utilities within the same geographic area to maximize the beneficial use of recycled water. TWM conserves water by using the right water for the right use and helps protect water supplies in water scarce areas experiencing population growth.

Global Water implemented TWM in the City of Maricopa service area, where it has partnered with local subdivisions and the University of Arizona to reuse over 97% of the city’s wastewater. This allowed Global Water to reduce groundwater withdrawals by 900 million gallons during the same period, which is equivalent to a 27% reduction in ground water demand.

“This nomination reflects the importance of industry leading and innovative water management in the arid Southwest,” noted Global Water CEO, Ron Fleming. “As we advance our mission of achieving efficient growth and consolidation, we believe that by applying our TWM approach to our regional service areas and the utilities we acquire, we will deliver great benefits to all stakeholders including the preservation of water supplies for generations to come.”