As we usher in the new year, Seattle is embarking on a journey towards a future without waste! Our city is at the forefront of sustainable practices … [Read more...] about Seattle Take Big Steps Toward Zero Waste
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SPU Provides Round-The-Clock Freeze Response
In frigid weather for five consecutive days and nights and over the MLK Holiday weekend, SPU Water Distribution Crews worked around the clock to … [Read more...] about SPU Provides Round-The-Clock Freeze Response
South Park – Low pressure during high tide period
We regularly monitor forecasts so we can respond to potential flooding in South Park during high tide and wet weather season. January 11-18 is a … [Read more...] about South Park – Low pressure during high tide period
MLK Collections Schedule
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day, some customers in Seattle will be on a one-day delayed collection schedule. Transfer Stations will be open … [Read more...] about MLK Collections Schedule
A look back at 2023
As we exit 2023, we are proud to highlight key SPU achievements in SPU’s 2023 Recap, which shows how our talented and dedicated staff have been … [Read more...] about A look back at 2023
Winter Holiday Waste Collection Schedule for 2023
With the holiday season upon us, we wanted to share an important reminder to customers about our services. Garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste … [Read more...] about Winter Holiday Waste Collection Schedule for 2023
Greener Holidays – Celebrate the Season in Sustainable Style
Happy holidays from Seattle Public Utilities! While this time of the year is full of generosity and gratitude, there is also a lot of unnecessary … [Read more...] about Greener Holidays – Celebrate the Season in Sustainable Style
SPU’s Toy Drive Brings Holiday Joy to Filipino Community of Seattle
Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) Drainage and Wastewater (DWW) and Logistics Division recently brought the joy of the season to the Filipino Community … [Read more...] about SPU’s Toy Drive Brings Holiday Joy to Filipino Community of Seattle
SPU’s Toy Drive Brings Holiday Joy to Filipino Community of Seattle
Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) Drainage and Wastewater (DWW) and Logistics Division recently brought the joy of the season to the Filipino Community … [Read more...] about SPU’s Toy Drive Brings Holiday Joy to Filipino Community of Seattle
Seattle’s water supply bounces back to normal
1.5 Million Customers No Longer Asked to Use Less Water In 48 hours, at the height of last week’s atmospheric river, a whopping 4.4 billion … [Read more...] about Seattle’s water supply bounces back to normal
Working on Thanksgiving: How SPU Shows Up for Seattle
“When I go home, I know I’ve done something beneficial.” —Pete Blunk, SPU Water Systems Operator It meant missing one of the most traditional holidays … [Read more...] about Working on Thanksgiving: How SPU Shows Up for Seattle
Latest storms help reservoir levels get closer to normal while water use hovers above 100 mgd
The mountain watersheds feeding Seattle’s regional water supply reservoirs received rain over the weekend, which is good news. The recent rainfall … [Read more...] about Latest storms help reservoir levels get closer to normal while water use hovers above 100 mgd