Last month, we presented our proposed 2027–2032 Strategic Plan and rate ordinance to the Seattle City Council’s Parks and City Light Committee. … [Read more...] about Why City Light Proposed a Rate Increase
Utilities
Meet the New 2026 SWAC Members Helping Shape Seattle’s Zero Waste Future
Seattle’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) is helping Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) advance zerowaste goals, build more … [Read more...] about Meet the New 2026 SWAC Members Helping Shape Seattle’s Zero Waste Future
Celebrating 40 Years of Composting, Community, and Change
Forty years ago, Seattle found itself at a turning point. In the mid-1980s, local landfills were filling and closing rapidly, and the city needed … [Read more...] about Celebrating 40 Years of Composting, Community, and Change
Expanding Assistance for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities Customers
Many people in our region are facing affordability challenges. At the same time, the cost of providing essential utility services, including … [Read more...] about Expanding Assistance for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities Customers
Fly With Us Over the Beautiful and Rugged South Fork Tolt River
In the Pacific Northwest, we have excellent opportunities to experience nature. But some locations, including the South Fork Tolt’s dam, reservoir, … [Read more...] about Fly With Us Over the Beautiful and Rugged South Fork Tolt River
How City Light Is Creating Our Energy Future: 2026 Integrated Resource Plan
On Tuesday, June 23, Seattle City Council approved City Light’s new Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). This is an important milestone for the utility and … [Read more...] about How City Light Is Creating Our Energy Future: 2026 Integrated Resource Plan
Seattle City (spot)Light: Edward Park, Day Ahead and Forward Trading Supervisor
The Basics How long have you been at City Light? I started in May 2023, so 3 years. Division: Power Supply Business Unit Tell us about your … [Read more...] about Seattle City (spot)Light: Edward Park, Day Ahead and Forward Trading Supervisor
It’s been a championship season for Seattle Water
In recent months, Seattle’s sports teams have given us plenty of moments we’ll never forget—from a football world championship to home run records and … [Read more...] about It’s been a championship season for Seattle Water
A New Trail Opens in Northern Pend Oreille County
On June 24, City Light and the Colville National Forest welcomed visitors to a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Peewee Falls Overlook to officially open … [Read more...] about A New Trail Opens in Northern Pend Oreille County
City Light’s 2026 Wildlife Research Grant Recipients
Bats, lynx, and wolverines, oh my! After an Earth Month full of amazing animals, we are thrilled to announce groups from Woodland Park Zoo, Home Range … [Read more...] about City Light’s 2026 Wildlife Research Grant Recipients
Seattle City (spot)Light: Karen Liu, Conservation Policy Analyst
THE BASICS Division: Customer Energy Solutions How long have you been at City Light? Since February 2024 Tell us about your role: I lead short- … [Read more...] about Seattle City (spot)Light: Karen Liu, Conservation Policy Analyst
Mayor Wilson Reconfirms Andrew Lee for Another Four Years at SPU
Early this year, Mayor Wilson announced her intent to reconfirm General Manager Andrew Lee, and last week he was officially sworn in. Hundreds of city … [Read more...] about Mayor Wilson Reconfirms Andrew Lee for Another Four Years at SPU