Annual grants support circular economy projects that give materials a second life Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) and WM have announced the recipients of the 2026 ReThink Waste Grants, recognizing five local organizations that are turning waste reduction ideas into real, community-driven action. Now in its eighth year, the program is… [ Keep reading ]
Market Chef Food Heroes This summer, Seattle Public Utilities partnered with Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Market (NFM) to promote its “Love Food Stop Waste (LFSW)” program through chef-led demonstrations at local markets. The fun is continuing this fall and winter and we are excited to highlight this partnership during Food Waste… [ Keep reading ]
Updated on October 13, 2026 with additional information and next steps Seattle Public Utilities is working with City, County, State, and Federal partners to address lead contamination found on the 4200 block of 23rd Ave W, as part of our work to ensure compliance with discharges related to our drainage… [ Keep reading ]
Waste-Free Community Grants Support New Community Partnerships to Reduce Textile Waste and Expand Economic Opportunity Seattle Public Utilities is investing in community creativity and care through its 2026 Waste‑Free Community Matching Grants, supporting three organizations that are transforming textile waste into opportunity. This year’s awardees—CareMakers Collective, Refugee Artisan Initiative, and Transcend—are building systems… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is ready to break ground on the Lakeridge Slope Stabilization Project. This is an important step toward restoring Taylor Creek and protecting the Rainier Beach community from flooding and environmental harm. What is the Lakeridge Slope Stabilization Project? SPU owns and maintains a sewer line buried… [ Keep reading ]
Spring is a great time to help keep Seattle clean, green, and connected. As the days get longer, Seattle Public Utilities invites residents to take simple actions that support healthy neighborhoods, reduce waste, protect water, and care for the environment. Whether you volunteer, reduce waste, prevent pollution, or conserve water,… [ Keep reading ]
Washington’s 2026 state legislative session concluded on March 12 after passing a supplemental budget. This year, state legislators struggled with declining revenues and negative budget impacts from the federal government. Here’s a report on the outcomes of SPU’s legislative priorities and shares how the Utility will continue to work toward the goal of more affordable rates while protecting clean water, building healthy communities, and creating a… [ Keep reading ]
It’s Fix-A-Leak Week By Allie Sarfaty (they/them), Indoor Water Efficiency Program Intern “Hey, do you mind coming over and taking a look at my toilet? I think it’s leaking.” As I receive this message from a friend in my building, I roll my eyes. A leaking toilet, no big deal. We live in an old apartment, things break. Plus, as renters, we don’t pay for our water. “Be over in a minute.” A quick… [ Keep reading ]
We are pleased that the City of Seattle, King County, and Boeing (the Lower Duwamish Waterway Group or LDWG) have negotiated an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) in a proposed Consent Decree to govern cleanup of the Lower Duwamish… [ Keep reading ]
After a landmark 2025 session, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is preparing for a short, 60-day state legislative session where lawmakers are expected to struggle with declining revenues and negative budget impacts from the federal government. Beginning on January 12, 2026, the Legislature will convene to pass bills and a supplemental… [ Keep reading ]
