The Seattle region has been getting hotter and drier each summer, making it harder to meet energy needs. At City Light, we plan ahead to make sure there’s enough electricity by adapting to challenges like reduced snowpack, longer heatwaves, and fluctuating energy prices. Here’s how we’ve been adapting to these… [ Keep reading ]
Every year on July 10, National Lineworker Appreciation Day honors the hard work and dedication of lineworkers across the country. We recognize their commitment to keeping the lights on and the importance of safety in this demanding trade. This day holds special meaning at Seattle City Light. We celebrate the… [ Keep reading ]
The Basics How long have you been at City Light? I started at City Light in January 2019. Division: Transmission & Distribution Field Operations Tell us about your role. I work in the underground residential distribution (URD) division at the North Service Center as a Journeyman Lineworker. URD crews build,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle City Light’s electric vehicle (EV) chargers have now been transitioned to the ChargePoint charger management system from Shell Recharge’s software. In December 2024, Shell Recharge (previously Greenlots) announced it would discontinue supporting its Shell Sky software system on third-party commercial electric vehicle (EV) chargers starting on April 30. Shell Sky was the… [ Keep reading ]
The South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric (is one cool little) Project In the Seattle area, most of the drinking water we use has generated power on its way to our faucets. The very same water serves a third purpose, too. The reservoir behind the South Fork Tolt (SFT) Hydroelectric Project on… [ Keep reading ]
The Basics Division: Customer Engineering How long have you been at City Light? I started my career with Seattle City Light26 years ago as an admin specialist in Technical Metering. I later transitioned to Customer Engineering, initially working as a customer service representative, handling cashiering and setting up new construction… [ Keep reading ]
As the school year ends, seniors at Seattle University’s (SU) College of Science and Engineering are finishing their senior design projects. These projects, organized by the college’s Project Center, allow students to create solutions for real-world problems faced by companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. City Light has sponsored SU… [ Keep reading ]
The Basics Division: Stations and Operations How long have you been at City Light? June 2013 (12 years) Tell us about your role. What does your job entail? Over the past 12 years at City Light, I’ve had the pleasure of contributing to a wide range of projects and collaborating… [ Keep reading ]
We recently participated in the Seattle 2030 District’s Energy Week from June 2 through June 6. This educational event explored ways to use energy more efficiently, reduce emissions, and promote renewable energy. Through panels, hands-on activities, and educational talks, we shared our commitment to creating sustainable energy solutions for our… [ Keep reading ]
For University of Washington environmental engineering students, the annual trip to Cedar Falls Hydroelectric Project offers more than a change of scenery. It brings their studies to life. “These trips provide students with the opportunity to engage with engineers and scientists, who represent potential future career opportunities. Maybe even working… [ Keep reading ]
