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 ]
Happy America Recycles Day! While it’s always important to recycle, November 15th is a great day to give it some special attention and celebrate our planet. Here at SPU, we’ll be celebrating with you and sharing tips and tricks to help you recycle right! We’ll have booths on Lower Queen… [ Keep reading ]
November through early March, Seattle experiences our highest tides. If you live, work, or play near our region’s tidal waters, please plan for and track these predicted seasonally high tides: Every year, Seattle Public Utilities is ready for wet weather and high tide season. We monitor storms, tides, atmospheric pressure… [ Keep reading ]
A New Way to Measure Our Progress Seattle has long been recognized as a global leader in waste reduction and sustainable materials management. But the way we consume and what we throw away is changing fast. That’s why Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has introduced new industry-leading solid waste metrics that… [ Keep reading ]
Over the past few months, we’ve shared updates about the effect this summer’s dry weather has on our water supply. As rain returns to our region, our outlook remains optimistic. Recently, we’ve had significant rainfall in the mountain reservoirs that collect and store our drinking water (thanks, atmospheric river!). After… [ Keep reading ]
At Seattle City Light (SCL) and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), we believe great service starts with listening to you. We’re introducing our upgraded Customer Care phone system, designed to make it easier for you to connect with us, no matter what language you speak. When you call, you’ll be guided… [ Keep reading ]
Windy, rainy weather is here and so are our fall leaves. Unfortunately, leaves clog storm drains and cause flooding on rainy days. You can help reduce flooding in your neighborhood by raking leaves before they reach street and by safely clearing leaves and other debris from storm drains. If you… [ Keep reading ]
Over the past few years, our Trees for Neighborhoods program has needed a more consistent supply of climate change-ready tree species. Getting the right trees, at the right time, and in the right quantities has been challenging—especially when you do not have a place to store them year-round. This year,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is looking for young adults aged 18–29 to join our Customer Review Panel (CRP). The panel helps SPU decide how to invest in clean water, protect the environment, and keep services affordable. Applicants don’t need any experience, just ideas and perspective. Members meet a few times… [ Keep reading ]
This October 16, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) joins communities across the nation to observe Imagine a Day Without Water, a national campaign sponsored by the US Water Alliance that challenges us to visualize life without our most essential resource — even for just one day. From farmers growing our food… [ Keep reading ]
