SJW Group (NYSE:SJW) is a publicly traded water utility holding company headquartered in San Jose, California. Through its regulated subsidiaries, the company provides water supply, distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment services to residential, commercial and industrial customers. SJW Group’s operations are subject to oversight by state public utility commissions, ensuring rate structures and service standards meet regulatory requirements.
Founded in 1866 as the San Jose Water Company, SJW Group has grown through organic investment and strategic acquisitions. In 2019, the company completed the acquisition of Connecticut Water Service, which significantly expanded its footprint on the U.S. East Coast. Through these milestones, SJW Group has built a diversified portfolio that balances growth opportunities with the stability of rate‐regulated returns.
SJW Group’s core business activities include water treatment, reservoir and distribution system management, meter installation and automated reading technology, billing services and maintenance of pipelines and pumping stations. Its subsidiaries also manage wastewater treatment facilities and comply with environmental regulations aimed at protecting water quality and conserving resources. The company invests in infrastructure upgrades, leak detection systems and drought‐resilience programs to meet evolving customer and regulatory demands.
The company serves more than 460,000 customers across California, Connecticut and Texas, tailoring solutions to urban, suburban and rural communities. SJW Group is governed by a board of directors and led by an experienced executive team, with its President and Chief Executive Officer overseeing strategic planning, operational excellence and a commitment to sustainable water resource management.
