The Basics Division: Generation Operations How long have you been at City Light? I started with the City in April 2018 and became a full-time employee in October 2018. Tell us about your role. My job entails janitorial work in the powerhouse and compound areas, mowing lawns, and weed control…. [ Keep reading ]
This spooky season is the perfect moment to inspect your home for energy vampires. Don’t worry, we are not talking about the blood-sucking, mythological ones. We’re talking about those devices that consume power when they’re plugged in — even when they are not in use — and might be costing… [ Keep reading ]
Windstorms can be powerful and unpredictable, posing risks to safety and causing power outages. Being prepared and informed is key to minimizing their impact on your daily life. From securing outdoor items and preparing an emergency kit to developing a preparedness plan, let’s look at some practical safety tips to… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s waterfront is undergoing a major transformation to become one of the greenest and most energy-efficient ports in North America. At the heart of this endeavor is maritime electrification. Here’s what that means: Join us as we take a look at this exciting journey towards a greener port and sustainable… [ Keep reading ]
The Basics How long have you been at City Light? A full six years now, started in June of 2018. Division: Customer Energy Solutions Tell us about your role. I help implement Seattle City Light’s energy conservation programs. I work with commercial and industrial customers to help them save energy and… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle City Light is a public, not-for-profit utility, and we make decisions for the long-term benefit of our customers and the communities we serve. We work hard to keep rates low and predictable for all our customers, but rate adjustments are sometimes necessary to safely ensure the delivery of reliable… [ Keep reading ]
The Basics How long have you been at City Light? It will be two years in November. Division: Workforce Excellence Tell us about your role. I support various internal training programs, such as new employee orientation and electric utility fundamentals and administer Cornerstone, Seattle City Light’s learning management system. I… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle City Light has powered your homes and workspaces for decades as your very own public electrical utility. The first full week of October is Public Power Week, and we want to explore how City Light’s history and public ownership benefit you and the greater Seattle community. Let’s take a… [ Keep reading ]
While onlookers gathered to gawk at, and even test drive, a Tesla Cybertruck, the 6,500 lbs futuristic behemoth recently debuted by the electric automaker, most attendees of the second-annual Electric Car Guest Drive got behind the wheel of more practical electric vehicles (EVs) too. Drivers gathered at Golden Gardens on… [ Keep reading ]
Welcome to National Drive Electric Week! As public interest and technological innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) sector continue to accelerate, we invite you to join us on a knowledge drive with our Electric Vehicles 101 blog post. Embracing the electric revolution: An introduction to EVs Electric vehicles are no… [ Keep reading ]
