On average, Americans produce 25% more waste during the holiday season. Between gifts, cards, and big family meals, it’s easy to see why so much is … [Read more...] about Waste-Free Holidays
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No Solid Waste Collection on Thanksgiving Day
Transfer stations closed Thursday, November 23 SEATTLE — Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, no garbage, food and yard waste or recycling will be … [Read more...] about No Solid Waste Collection on Thanksgiving Day
This Holiday Season, Keep F.O.G. Out of Your Pipes
If one of your first thoughts when the holidays arrive is, “Time to eat!”—you’re not alone. Many of our holiday celebrations are centered around big … [Read more...] about This Holiday Season, Keep F.O.G. Out of Your Pipes
SPU Watershed Protection Staff Protects More Than Just Our Drinking Water
The Seattle Public Utilities Watershed Protection staff doesn’t just protect the safety of the water you drink—they also protect your safety. In … [Read more...] about SPU Watershed Protection Staff Protects More Than Just Our Drinking Water
Free extra yard waste pickup for Seattle customers in November
Rake leaves from drains and put out for free pickup to prevent flooding Seattle Public Utility (SPU) household customers can set out extra yard waste … [Read more...] about Free extra yard waste pickup for Seattle customers in November
Free Sandbags for Flood-Prone Areas
Storm season is underway and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is offering a limited number of free, filled sandbags to households or business owners in … [Read more...] about Free Sandbags for Flood-Prone Areas
How Meter Readers Read Your Meters
Take a look inside your water meter box. You may discover piles of dirt, standing water, plants, cobwebs, and more. With all these obstacles, can a … [Read more...] about How Meter Readers Read Your Meters
“Sharps” program collected 32,012 needles in first 15 months
SEATTLE—In its first 15 months of operation, Seattle Public Utilities’ pioneering Sharps Collection Pilot Program has collected and safely … [Read more...] about “Sharps” program collected 32,012 needles in first 15 months
Storm Season is Here: Time to Rake Your Drains!
After months of sunny skies, the rain has arrived and storm season is upon us. Cue the rain and wind! This time of year, storm drains can easily … [Read more...] about Storm Season is Here: Time to Rake Your Drains!
Private sewer overflow at Magnuson Park
This morning, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Drainage and Wastewater was dispatched to a sewer overflow at Radford Apartments (6301 65th Ave NE) which … [Read more...] about Private sewer overflow at Magnuson Park
Don’t Flush Trash
When it comes to what you can and can’t flush down the toilet, it’s straightforward: human waste and toilet paper only. Out of sight, out of mind? Not … [Read more...] about Don’t Flush Trash
How Do You Compost?
Imagine this. You’re in the kitchen, there’s a flurry of chopping, grating, stirring, and taste testing. The clock ticks. The oven beeps. Finally, … [Read more...] about How Do You Compost?