A unique aspect of Gainesville's infrastructure is Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU), a multi-service utility owned by the city. GRU provides electricity, natural gas, water, wastewater, and telecommunications services to the city and some surrounding unincorporated areas.
The city's water supply is drawn from the pristine Floridan Aquifer. High-speed internet is widely available through GRUCom (the utility's telecom arm), Cox Communications, and expanding fiber-optic networks from companies like AT&T. Cellular coverage is robust, with 5G availability across the metropolitan and campus areas.