Stories from local media help explain how these aspects impact our region’s water supply Understanding Seattle’s regional water supply conditions and why Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has been asking its 1.5 million customers to use less water for the last several weeks might be puzzling for some. Afterall, Seattle is known… [ Keep reading ]
Despite the recent rain and the rain we’re getting this week, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is asking 1.5 million people who get water from the Seattle Regional Water System to voluntarily reduce your use. Our reservoir levels are still below average for this time of year. The recent and forecasted… [ Keep reading ]
The region’s water consumption has dropped from an average of 149 mgd on Sept 18 to 117 mgd as of Oct 2. That’s good news! Let’s keep it up and reach our goal of 100 mgd or less. In the 10 days since Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) began asking its… [ Keep reading ]
The top ways to save water right now are to stop watering your lawn, take shorter or fewer showers, and fix leaks right away, especially running toilets. While Seattle may be known for its rainy weather, the last few months have been anything but wet in the Pacific Northwest. In fact, the region has experienced an unprecedented stretch of dry weather. Find more ways to reduce your water use at SavingWater.org or download our water-saving tips flyer.
Clare McFrazier, a Strategy and Planning Advisor with Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), recently spent time with her colleague, Phong Tang, to learn about his work in Seattle neighborhoods. McFrazier and Tang are part of SPU’s Customer Care Division. On Wednesday, May 3, I had the opportunity to job shadow with… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is honored to receive the 2022 Platinum Award for Utility Excellence from the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA). The Platinum Award recognizes outstanding achievement in implementing the nationally recognized Attributes of Effective Utility Management. “An AMWA award epitomizes the highest achievement in drinking water utility… [ Keep reading ]
On October 20, 2022, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is participating in Imagine a Day Without Water, a national day of action. At Seattle Public Utilities, we are committed to providing clean, safe, and reliable drinking water to our community and supporting water infrastructure funding for more equitable water investments. Join… [ Keep reading ]
From May through September, water use in our region nearly doubles. Most of that extra water is used to water lawns and gardens. And experts estimate that 50% or more of this water goes to waste, due to evaporation, runoff or simply overwatering. The fact is, water may never make it… [ Keep reading ]
Did you know that if your toilet was manufactured before 2004, you may be eligible for a free or rebated toilet? It’s true! Toilets are the biggest water user in most homes. By replacing an older toilet, you can help save water every day and keep your water bill as… [ Keep reading ]
When it comes to your home’s toilet, you likely don’t think about it too often as long as it’s working the way it should. For many of us, that’s the case. But toilets age and over time, they do need to be replaced. How can you tell if your toilet… [ Keep reading ]
