Communications Intern Mya Vo and former Communications Intern Ally Hong contributed to this blog post. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the skills and contributions that employees with disabilities bring to our workforce. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” underscores that inclusive access to meaningful work strengthens the entire […]| Powerlines
Each year, during the first full week of October, we join other public power utilities across the country to celebrate our collective mission: to provide safe, reliable, and affordable power to the communities we serve. From our field crews and engineers to our essential teams in customer service, finance, utility technology and beyond, each plays […]| Powerlines
Our Energy Heroes educational program had an outstanding 2024-2025 school year. We reached more students than ever before while maintaining our commitment to equity and academic excellence. Since 2008, Energy Heroes has brought hands-on learning about electrical safety, renewable energy, and conservation directly to classrooms across our service area. This year’s achievements show the program’s […]| Powerlines
Last May, we celebrated the grand opening of our Native Salmonid Conservation Facility in Usk, Washington. Built as part of the Boundary Hydroelectric Project’s federal relicensing agreement, the facility represents our commitment to environmental stewardship and the restoration of native trout populations. Now, one year later, we’re excited to share the progress and milestones we’ve achieved in […]| Powerlines
The Basics Division: Operations – Skagit Hydroelectric Project How long have you been at City Light? I was originally hired in March 2016, and I started at the Skagit Project in July 2023. So, I’ve worked at City Light for nine years now. Tell us about your role. What does your job entail? I see […]| Powerlines
On August 20, more than 100 guests met at the Cedar River Watershed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Cedar River Watershed Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP). The event brought together past and present staff, committee members, and partners to reflect on the hard work and collaboration that has defined this long-term conservation effort. What […]| Powerlines
Anabel Roza is Seattle City Light’s Vegetation Management & Wildfire Mitigation Manager Every year, utilities across the country report vegetation-related outages. In fact, some of the worst wildfires in history have started when trees touched power lines. In a region like ours, where forests and infrastructure often overlap, the stakes are high. That’s where the […]| Powerlines
Seattle City Light has been named a 2025 Trusted Business Partner by Escalent, a leading data analytics and advisory firm specializing in human behavior research. This recognition places City Light among the top-performing utilities in the nation. The award highlights our commitment to providing exceptional customer service. We are proud of our success in building […]| Powerlines
National Cut Your Energy Costs Day is a great time to find ways to save money and reduce energy use. Even if you rent, there are simple steps you can take to lower your utility bills and make your home more energy efficient. Small, affordable changes can make a big difference. For example, sealing drafts […]| Powerlines
Seattle City Light has new electricity rates. Try some of these tips for simple, everyday savings.| Powerlines