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Seattle City (spot)Light: Whit Bouton, Utility Urban & Community Forestry Lead

The Basics How long have you been at City Light? Since January 2024 Division: Vegetation Management Can you describe your role and what it involves day-to-day? My role here at Seattle City Light is dynamic, diverse, and fast-paced. I serve as a subject matter expert on a variety of topics… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle City Light and Town & Country Markets Celebrate Sustainability

On April 5, Seattle City Light and Town & Country Markets hosted an “Earth Day, Every Day” event in Shoreline. The event celebrated sustainability and shared simple ways to live a greener life. Visitors learned about energy conservation, eco-friendly transportation, and sustainable gardening. Hands-on tips, product samples, and demonstrations encouraged… [ Keep reading ]

How City Light’s Tree Trimmings Become Snacks for Zoo Animals

Anabel Roza is Seattle City Light’s Vegetation Management & Wildfire Mitigation Manager You likely know Seattle City Light as the utility that keeps the lights on. But what you may not know is that our Vegetation Management team also plays a role in feeding animals at the Woodland Park Zoo… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle City Light completes large scale investigation of employee misconduct

Seattle City Light is committed to a workplace free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and takes all reports of inappropriate behavior seriously. After multiple concerns were raised about alleged workplace misconduct within one workgroup, including drinking on the job, retaliation and sexual harassment, we hired a third-party investigator to fairly… [ Keep reading ]

Planting Safely Near Power Lines

When you plant trees or shrubs near power lines, it’s important to think about safety. Making the right choices can prevent power outages, keep your community safe, and avoid damage to electrical equipment. Here’s what you need to know. Picking the right tree height When planting near power line, choose… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle City (spot)Light: Logan Rusk, Equipment Servicer

The Basics How long have you been at City Light? I started on Thanksgiving 2022, and I added my career to the list of things I was thankful for that year. Division: Fleets Tell us about your role: I monitor the Automated Motor Pool (AMP) Car online reservation system that… [ Keep reading ]

Spring Savings Made Simple: A How-To Guide

Spring is here! This is the perfect opportunity to refresh your home and reduce energy use. This season, we’re focused on practical, step-by-step solutions to save energy and lower your bills. Each section below provides clear “how-to” instructions to help you get started. Try these tips to make it easier… [ Keep reading ]

Celebrating Renewable Energy

Historically, March 21st is that day that we celebrate National Renewable Energy Day. It’s an excellent time to highlight Seattle City Light’s commitment to sustainable power. Let’s see how renewable energy is shaping our future. The national energy landscape While the world strives toward growing its renewable energy resources, on… [ Keep reading ]

Time to learn more about the South Fork Tolt! 

FERC issues Study Plan Determination – marking a new phase in relicensing work On February 13, FERC issued their formal Study Plan Determination. It is a significant milestone that moves us into the next phase of work to relicense the South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric Project. This license allows the City… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle City (spot)Light: Allyson Oakley, Passenger and Tugboat Operator

The Basics Division: Generation How long have you been at City Light? I was hired in May 2023 for a permanent position. Previously, I worked seasonally in a temporary boat operator position from 2013 to 2016. Tell us about your role: As an Out of Class Senior Passenger and Tugboat… [ Keep reading ]