On November 19, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) and WM announced the recipients of the 2025 ReThink Waste Grants, supporting community-based projects that are designed to prevent waste, promote recycling, composting and advance a circular economy in Seattle. Now in its seventh year, the joint grant program will invest a total… [ Keep reading ]
The Cascade foothills are home to the small but important South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric Project. We are currently in the process of renewing the project’s license with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This process takes several years. A significant part of the work is to identify gaps in our current… [ Keep reading ]
Paying your utility bill just got easier. Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) offers PromisePay, a long-term payment plan that lets you catch up on past-due balances and stay current, with no fees, no interest, and no late fees. PromisePay gives you the flexibility to pay on your schedule while keeping your… [ 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 ]
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 ]
