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Expanding our EV charging network – Apply today!

Seattle City Light, in partnership with Seattle Department of Transportation, will provide up to 200 new curbside charging stations by 2030, ensuring greater access to affordable, reliable, climate-friendly travel options, with funding from the voter-approved Seattle Transportation Levy. Expanding Curbside Charging As electric vehicle (EV) prices continue to fall and… [ Keep reading ]

Time of Use Rate for Small and Medium Businesses Now Available

We’re excited to announce that our Time of Use (TOU) rate option for customers with services on Small and Medium Business rates is now available! Just like the residential TOU rate, this optional rate encourages shifting electricity use away from peak hours, giving your business more ways to manage costs… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Hosts FORTH Roadmap Conference, Highlights the Need to Collaborate on Transportation Electrification

We are proud to have the Forth Roadmap Conference in Seattle this week! The conference is one of the country’s largest electric transportation events and a great opportunity to highlight our work and innovation in this space. On Monday, September 14, Interim General Manager and CEO Rob Santoff welcomed attendees… [ Keep reading ]

Why City Light Proposed a Rate Increase

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 ]

City Light’s 2026 Wildlife Research Grant Recipients

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 Gather for Annual Memorial Day Ceremonies

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 ]

Mayor Wilson Signs Landmark Settlement on Dam Operations

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 Receives Diamond Designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider

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 ]

City Light Leadership Updates

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 ]

Seattle City Light Earns National Tree Care Recognition for 13th Year in a Row

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 ]