Cal Water Launches 13th Annual Tap Into Learning Program — California Water Service Group

Event summary

California Water Service (Cal Water) has launched its 13th annual Tap Into Learning program for the 2026-27 school year.
The program includes Aqua Adventures, Splash of Creativity, Water Smart Grants, and H₂Oath initiatives.
In the 2025-26 school year, the program received 138 entries and awarded 12 Aqua Adventures, 10 Splash of Creativity prizes, and 10 Water Smart Grants.
Cal Water serves over 2 million people statewide through 500,000 service connections.

The big picture

Cal Water's Tap Into Learning program aligns with broader industry trends toward sustainability education and community engagement. As California continues to focus on long-term water sustainability, initiatives like this help cultivate a culture of conservation among younger generations. The program's longevity and consistent participation rates underscore its strategic value in enhancing the company's community relations and environmental stewardship efforts.

What we're watching

Program Impact: How the program's engagement metrics will evolve in the 2026-27 school year compared to previous years.
Sustainability Focus: Whether the emphasis on water conservation will drive long-term behavioral changes among participants.
Community Investment: The pace at which Cal Water will expand or modify the program based on participant feedback and outcomes.