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
Utilities
Garbage, Recycling, and Food/Yard Waste Collection During Temporary Street Closures Along Aurora Ave N
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is working closely with the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) to support upcoming temporary street closures … [Read more...] about Garbage, Recycling, and Food/Yard Waste Collection During Temporary Street Closures Along Aurora Ave N
Seattle City Light 2027-2032 Strategic Plan: Investing in Reliable Power, Renewable Energy, and Critical Upgrades
The energy industry is at a turning point, and so are we. How we use energy, where it comes from, and what it costs is changing quickly. Like … [Read more...] about Seattle City Light 2027-2032 Strategic Plan: Investing in Reliable Power, Renewable Energy, and Critical Upgrades
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 utility services, including electricity, water, … [Read more...] about Expanding Assistance for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities Customers
Getting Ahead of Data Center Power Demands
Across the country, the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is contributing to a rapid increase in data center development. This trend raises … [Read more...] about Getting Ahead of Data Center Power Demands
SPU and Partners Honored with ‘Water Equity’ Recognition
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) and its partners were recognized on June 2 at the U.S. Water Alliance Wavemakers Award Ceremony in Saint Paul, … [Read more...] about SPU and Partners Honored with ‘Water Equity’ Recognition
Securing a Reliable Power Grid
There’s a lot that goes on behind the plugs that power your life. We work every day to improve the reliability of our electrical system. It starts at … [Read more...] about Securing a Reliable Power Grid
SPU Expands In‑Person Utility Assistance to Seattle Municipal Tower
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is expanding access to Utility Assistance resources with new, in‑person support hours at the Seattle Municipal Tower … [Read more...] about SPU Expands In‑Person Utility Assistance to Seattle Municipal Tower
What Your City Light Rate Covers
When you flip a switch, the room lights up instantly. This simple action works every time because of a large network of dams, power lines, … [Read more...] about What Your City Light Rate Covers
How SPU Connects with Community for a Positive Impact in Seattle
Yongkang Zhou, who works for the Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA), stood in an alley that can easily be overlooked … [Read more...] about How SPU Connects with Community for a Positive Impact in Seattle
Seattle City (spot)Light: Mark Stearns, Generation Project Management Manager
THE BASICS Division: Project Delivery How long have you been at City Light? I joined Seattle City Light in January 2025, so I have been … [Read more...] about Seattle City (spot)Light: Mark Stearns, Generation Project Management Manager
Wildlife Caught on Camera in the South Fork Tolt
The Cascade foothills are home to a variety of captivating wildlife. It’s also the location of the small but important South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric … [Read more...] about Wildlife Caught on Camera in the South Fork Tolt