Last month, we presented our proposed 2027–2032 Strategic Plan and rate ordinance to the Seattle City Council’s Parks and City Light Committee. The plan reflects the work ahead of us to meet rising electricity demand, respond to climate impacts, and replace aging infrastructure. The rate ordinance, adopted by City Council yesterday, includes a… [ Keep reading ]
Bats, lynx, and wolverines, oh my! After an Earth Month full of amazing animals, we are thrilled to announce groups from Woodland Park Zoo, Home Range Wildlife, and the University of Washington as our 2026 Wildlife Research Grant recipients. Through our competitive Wildlife Research Program, Seattle City Light provides wildlife-research… [ Keep reading ]
City Light employees gathered on May 21 in remembrance to our fallen service members at our annual Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremonies. Held at both the North and South Service Centers, this event brings colleagues together to honor the servicemembers who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This tradition… [ Keep reading ]
Collaborative settlement reflects historic Tribal partnerships, environmental investments, and shared commitment to Skagit River watershed stewardship Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson welcomed Tribes, state and federal agencies, and others to City Hall yesterday for the signing of a historic agreement that will shape the future of one of the City’s… [ Keep reading ]
City Light has earned a diamond level Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) designation from the American Public Power Association. This award certifies that we have demonstrated leading practices in providing the highest degree of reliable and safe electric service. The RP3 designation lasts for three years and recognizes public power… [ Keep reading ]
On April 9, City Light welcomed Rob Santoff as Interim General Manager & CEO. Rob joined City Light in 2020 and brings more than 30 years of experience in the electric utility industry, working his way up from field crew member, to director, to officer. At City Light, Rob has… [ Keep reading ]
We are pleased to announce that City Light has received the 2026 Tree Line USA award! This marks the 13th consecutive year that the Arbor Day Foundation has recognized our commitment to protecting urban trees while delivering reliable electricity service to our communities. What is Tree Line USA? The Tree… [ Keep reading ]
We were proud to join industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers in Bellevue for the AEE West Energy Conference and Expo, which we co-hosted alongside Puget Sound Energy. The conference focused on energy efficiency, renewable solutions, and upgrading the electrical grid. It was also a place to build the collaborative frameworks… [ Keep reading ]
On February 17, the University of Washington celebrated the completion of a solar canopy installation at the E18 parking lot. This 86.4-kilowatt solar canopy was developed as a pilot project in collaboration between UW Solar – a student-led, interdisciplinary group – and UW Transportation Services. The project marks a major… [ Keep reading ]
At Seattle City Light, we strive to provide our customers with exceptional service and support. We are honored to be named a 2025 Residential Customer Champion and, for the second year in a row, a 2025 Business Customer Champion. These honors come from the Cogent Syndicated 2025 Utility Trusted Brand… [ Keep reading ]
