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About Us |
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Annual Reports |
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Current and past Seattle City Light Annual Reports |
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Artist-In-Residence |
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The work of photographer Lyn McCracken |
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Bonds |
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Official Statement -- December 2008 revenue bonds issue |
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Boundary Relicensing |
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Information, documents and background on renewal of the federal license for the Boundary Hydroelectric Project. |
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Brochures You Can Print |
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Brochures and other publications from Seattle City Light in Adobe Acrobat format. |
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City Council Energy & Technology Committee |
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To deliberate and make recommendations on legislative matters relating to Seattle City Light, including but not limited to City Light finances, energy utility rates, resource matters,.. |
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Community Involvement |
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As a publicly owned utility, Seattle City Light has a deep commitment to our community. We demonstrate this commitment as an organization through our support for education programs, energy conservation, community events and support for diversity. |
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Degree Days |
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Heating degree days - difference between the average daily temperature for the day and 65 degrees |
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Directory -- call us |
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Who to contact for answers |
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Employment, Grants, Requests for Proposal |
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Find out about job openings and employment lists, grants and contract opportunities. |
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En Español |
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Some of the content of the Seattle City Light Web site, translated for our Spanish-speaking customers. |
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Fingertip Facts -- Customer Information Guide |
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Fingertip facts about City Light -- its management team, customers, service area, generation system, power supply, public benefits, and more. |
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Fuel Mix Disclosure |
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Seattle City Light's hydroelectric projects on the Skagit and Pend Oreille Rivers provide about half of the power its customers need. The remainder comes from a mix of power sources, read more here… |
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Historically Underutilized Businesses |
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Seattle City Light (SCL) welcomes the opportunity to work with all businesses that embrace our goals and strengthen the communities we serve. |
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History -- looking back |
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Information about Seattle City Light and its role in local history |
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Integrated Resource Plan |
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Seattle City Light's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) outlines how the utility will meet anticipated customer needs over the next 20 years. |
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Light, Power & Pride Awards |
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Light, Power & Pride Employee Recognition Awards are given to recognize exceptional achievements by Seattle City Light employees. |
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Public Power -- a tradition |
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Read about public power at Seattle City Light. |
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Publications |
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Prepared for and about Seattle City Light customers |
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Requirements for Electric Service Connection |
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This manual has been written to provide City Light customers with a concise reference to the requirements
that must be met before the Utility can provide electric service. |
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Streaming Media Online |
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See video of important meetings, critical Council votes, events, programs and more on The Seattle Channel's streaming media website. |
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The Romance of City Light |
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This collection of articles from 1937 was originally published in now defunct Seattle Star. Combining fact with myth and legend, they present an entertaining glimpse into City Light's early years and into the life of JD Ross, the Father of City Light. |
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Tours -- get away for a day |
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Options for getting away within Washington |
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Water Conditions |
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Water conditions and Seattle City Light hydroelectric plants |
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Account Info |
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Conservation |
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About Us |
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Business - Conservation |
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Energy Smart Services |
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Global Warming |
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Neighborhood Power Project |
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Neighborhoods - Conservation |
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Residential - Conservation |
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Brochures You Can Print |
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Brochures and other publications from Seattle City Light in Adobe Acrobat format. |
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BUILT SMART Home Page |
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When you build an apartment to BUILT SMART specifications, you can get rebates from Seattle City Light! Incentives for weatherization, appliances and lighting. |
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Compact Fluorescent Bulbs |
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Lots of information about CF bulbs including benefits, where and how to buy, how to install, and frequently asked questions |
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Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audit |
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A step-by-step guide for identifying and improving your home’s energy efficiency |
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Ductless Heat Pump Pilot Program |
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Ductless Heat Pump Pilot Program for Single-Family residential customers who use electric resistance heating as their primary heat source. (not all customers will be eligible.) |
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Efficient Appliances |
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Major and small appliance information, buying tips, rebates |
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Efficient Lighting |
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How to reduce electricity use with compact fluorescents and other energy-efficient lighting techniques. |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Residential conservation questions and answers |
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Home Energy Audit |
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Trained energy professionals provide a whole home performance evaluation of current energy use and energy conservation potential. |
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Home Heating |
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Learn about different home heating systems, how they work, fuel cost comparisons, ducts and pipes, thermostats and efficiency tips. |
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Home Resource Profile |
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Get a customized report of your household energy, water and solid waste use along with savings recommendations. For all residential customers. |
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How Much Do Appliances Cost to Run? |
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Average operation cost for various appliances (rates effective 4/1/04) |
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How to Read Your Electric Meter |
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Keeping track of your electricity use |
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Indoor Air Quality |
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Information about air quality in your home and business from the American Lung Association. |
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Low Income Weatherization |
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Offered by the HomeWise Program from the City's Housing Office |
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Multifamily Common Area Lighting |
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Rebates for eligible owners of multifamily buildings; apply online now. |
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Multifamily Weatherization |
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Weatherization for eligible owners of buildings with 5 or more units; apply online now. |
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Refrigerator recycling |
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The $30 refrigerator recycling rebate is back by popular demand and is now scheduling appointments for free pick-up. |
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Thermostats |
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Learn how the new generation of residential thermostats give you precise control of your home heating, save money and make your home more comfortable. |
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Tips for Reducing Your Energy Bill |
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Energy savings tips from the book 30 Simple Energy Things You Can Do to Save the Earth, authored by Seattle City Light and The EarthWorks Group. |
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WashWise Program |
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Regional promotion of in-unit, resource efficient clothes washers which use less energy and water |
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Water Heating |
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Here's how to get the most out of your existing water heater. |
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Sustainability |
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LEED™ Pilot Incentive Program |
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In the future, all buildings will be designed and constructed the LEED™ (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) way. This program helps design teams do LEED™ buildings today. |
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NW Regional Sustainable Building Action Plan |
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Strategies to mainstream sustainable design and construction practices in the Pacific Northwest |
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Sustainable Building Links |
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Resources, partners, allies, collaborators |
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Sustainable Demand Project |
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To find if communicating the productivity benefits of sustainable design would encourage key Seattle decision makers to select sustainable design and construction methods for their own projects |
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Sustainable Resource Guide |
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The resources necessary for sustainable building -- materials, methods, techniques, technical assistance and incentive programs |
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Commerical Kitchen Rebates |
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Rebates are available for equipment such as dishwashers and ovens, etc. |
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Conservation for Industrial Customers |
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Save energy, reduce operating costs, and improve your bottom line with help from Energy Smart Services. |
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Conservation Links |
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Resource conservation partners, affiliates, associates and collaborators |
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Conservation Publications |
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Downloadable documents that provide energy conservation information and describe our energy conservation plans, programs, and progress. |
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Conservation Services For Your Business |
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From small businesses to large commercial buildings, City Light has conservation services available. |
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Conservation Services For Your Home |
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Conservation information and services for residential customers and multifamily and single-family building owners. Includes information about weatherization, efficient lighting and appliances, and tips for saving energy. |
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Conservation Staff Directory |
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Phone and email contact information for conservation staff. |
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Customer Achievements |
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See how our customers have benefited from their conservation efforts. |
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Customer Generation |
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Resources for customers interested in generating electricity on their premises using solar or other technologies. Includes information on net metering, permitting and new financial incentives. |
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Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audit |
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A step-by-step guide for identifying and improving your home’s energy efficiency |
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Ductless Heat Pump Pilot Program |
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Ductless Heat Pump Pilot Program for Single-Family residential customers who use electric resistance heating as their primary heat source. (not all customers will be eligible.) |
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Energy Smart Resources |
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Tools for our customers and trade allies. |
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Energy Smart Services |
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Financial incentives and technical assistance to help medium to large businesses reduce electricity use and costs. |
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Event Request Form |
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Do you need our presence at your event or a supply of conservation brochures? Please fill out this form. |
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Home Energy Audit |
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Trained energy professionals provide a whole home performance evaluation of current energy use and energy conservation potential. |
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Lighting Design Lab |
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Efficient lighting assistance for commercial customers and lighting designers |
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Neighborhood Power Project |
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Conservation in your neighborhood. |
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Refrigerator recycling |
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The $30 refrigerator recycling rebate is back by popular demand and is now scheduling appointments for free pick-up. |
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Environment |
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Environmental Affairs at a Glance |
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Who we are and what we do |
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Environmental Policy Statement |
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Seattle City Light's commitment to the environment |
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Fish |
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Under the right conditions, with careful planning and management, dams and salmon can co-exist. |
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North Cascades Environmental Learning Center (NCELC) |
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In keeping with the City of Seattle's commitment to the environment and education, Seattle City Light is an enthusiastic partner in a state-of-the-art environmental education facility. |
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Skagit Environmental Endowment Commission (SEEC) |
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SEEC is a joint US-Canada organization, formed through development of the High Ross Treaty, to benefit the ecosystem of the upper Skagit watershed while fostering sustainable educational and recreational experiences in the basin. |
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Wildlife |
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Seattle City Light developed a comprehensive program to address the needs of wildlife that are affected by our operations. |
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Feedback |
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Neighborhoods |
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Take Winter by Storm |
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Generator Safety |
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Using a generator can be very dangerous. If you are planning to use one, please consider the tips found on this page as ways to increase both your safety and that of our line crews. |
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Life Support Equipment Program |
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For residental customers using electric life support equipment. Learn how we can help you to be more visible, aware, & prepared in case of outages, storm or other emergencies, or if we need to disconnect your power for non-payment or scheduled repairs. |
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Outages -- planned & unplanned |
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General information about why outages occur and what to do |
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When the Power Goes Out |
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Just in case, read these useful tips. |
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Bradner Gardens Park |
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Summary of Bradner Gardens Park solar project. |
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Carkeek Park ELC |
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Summary of Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center solar project. |
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Customer Achievements |
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See how our customers have benefited from their conservation efforts. |
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Generator Safety |
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Using a generator can be very dangerous. If you are planning to use one, please consider the tips found on this page as ways to increase both your safety and that of our line crews. |
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Global Warming |
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Cities are on the front lines of the battle to reverse global warming and overall environmental deterioration. |
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Hatchcover Art in Seattle |
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Artist-designed hatchcovers (manhole covers) in Seattle, the work of artist Nancy Blum and brainchild of Seattle Arts Commissioner Jacquetta Blanchett |
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Life Support Equipment Program |
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For residental customers using electric life support equipment. Learn how we can help you to be more visible, aware, & prepared in case of outages, storm or other emergencies, or if we need to disconnect your power for non-payment or scheduled repairs. |
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Neighborhood Power Project |
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Conservation in your neighborhood. |
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North Substation Vegetation Management |
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Seattle City Light's vegetation management group is using a herd of goats from Healing Hooves, LLC. |
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Outages -- planned & unplanned |
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General information about why outages occur and what to do |
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Property Usage: Easements, Consent and Permits |
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Information and forms for requesting the temporary or permanent use of property owned or leased by Seattle City Light. Easements Application, Consent Application and Permit Application. |
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Queen Anne/Magnolia Neighborhood Power Project |
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Queen Anne/Magnolia is the site of the 2008/2009 Neighborhood Power Project. |
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Requirements for Electric Service Connection |
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This manual has been written to provide City Light customers with a concise reference to the requirements
that must be met before the Utility can provide electric service. |
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Safety Tips |
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Please use electricity respectfully and follow safe practices. Here are some electrical safety tips for you, your family and friends. |
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Streetlight Trouble Report |
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Use this form to report problems with streetlights. |
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Take Winter by Storm |
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Here's what you can do to prepare for cold and stormy weather in Seattle. |
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Tree Pruning |
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Information about City Light's vegetation management program, urban tree pruning, replacement and tree safety tips |
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University District Neighborhood Power Project |
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The University District Neighborhood community was the site of the 2005 Neighborhood Power Project. |
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Volunteering in Your Neighborhood |
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Your skills are needed. |
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When the Power Goes Out |
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Just in case, read these useful tips. |
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News |
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Publications |
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Annual Reports |
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Current and past Seattle City Light Annual Reports |
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Brochures You Can Print |
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Brochures and other publications from Seattle City Light in Adobe Acrobat format. |
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Fingertip Facts -- Customer Information Guide |
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Fingertip facts about City Light -- its management team, customers, service area, generation system, power supply, public benefits, and more. |
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How Much Do Appliances Cost to Run? |
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Average operation cost for various appliances (rates effective 4/1/04) |
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Light Reading |
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A newsletter for Seattle City Light's residential customers |
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News Releases |
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All official Seattle City Light news releases. |
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Seattle City Light Publications at SPL |
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Seattle Public Library listing of publications by Seattle City Light |
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Standards Publications |
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Primarily for design engineers, equipment suppliers and field crews, these technical references describe specifications, procedures and materials used in City Light's electrical infrastructure. |
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Utility Trends |
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A newsletter for Seattle City Light's key business customers |
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Video On Demand |
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The current selection of streaming media available from City Light's library. New programs are being added regularly. |
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Weather Emergency Tips |
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Seattle can experience weather-related emergencies at any time. This page provides emergency telephone numbers and tips on how to protect yourself and your property. |
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Boundary Relicensing |
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Information, documents and background on renewal of the federal license for the Boundary Hydroelectric Project. |
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Brochures You Can Print |
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Brochures and other publications from Seattle City Light in Adobe Acrobat format. |
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Fingertip Facts -- Customer Information Guide |
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Fingertip facts about City Light -- its management team, customers, service area, generation system, power supply, public benefits, and more. |
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News ~ Commentary |
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Links to staff reports, articles, etc. on current issues. |
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News Releases |
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All official Seattle City Light news releases. |
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Notices, Announcements and Information |
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A list with links to recent and archived public notices, announcements and information pieces. |
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Publications |
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Prepared for and about Seattle City Light customers |
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Streaming Media Online |
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See video of important meetings, critical Council votes, events, programs and more on The Seattle Channel's streaming media website. |
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Video On Demand |
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The current selection of streaming media available from City Light's library. New programs are being added regularly. |
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Products |
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Account Paperless Billing and Payment Option |
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Receive and pay your bill electronically using a VISA, MasterCard credit/debit card or an E-Check. Single, recurring or advanced payment options available. |
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Apprenticeship Program |
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Seattle City Light is looking for employees who learn quickly, are physically fit and bring integrity to a diverse work force. |
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Budget Billing Plan |
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A way to pay your electric bill in an agreed upon amount, estimated over the year (now for residential and small, general service customers) |
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Check Your Electrical Service Request Status |
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Seattle City Light offers a convenient online tool to check the progress of your electrical service connection project. |
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Customer Generation |
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Resources for customers interested in generating electricity on their premises using solar or other technologies. Includes information on net metering, permitting and new financial incentives. |
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Electrical Service Connections |
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Seattle City Light provides a range of information and services for its customers; including service hookups, line relocation, temporary removal, construction standards information, and permits. |
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Facility Assessment Audits |
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At no cost to you, we perform a review of your facility and prepare a report and action plan to help you reduce your operating costs. |
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Home Resource Profile |
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Get a customized report of your household energy, water and solid waste use along with savings recommendations. For all residential customers. |
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New Construction Resources |
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Information and services for builders and remodelers. These include service hookups, line relocation and temporary removal, construction standards for electrical equipment, and permitting. |
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Online Services from Seattle City Light |
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Do business with Seattle City Light online! Pay your bill, report a streetlight problem, donate to Project Share, analyze your energy usage and much more! |
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Open and Close Residential Accounts |
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Open and close accounts -- online forms for the Residential Electric Service Application (RESA) |
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Power Factor Correction |
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Power Factor Correction service for improved operating performance |
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Power Marketing Daily Offer |
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Listing of offers for WSPP power sales of one month or more that must be consumed in Washington, Oregon, Idaho or the area of Montana west of the Continental Divide. |
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Power Quality |
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Power Quality service, including free site visit |
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Products for our Customers |
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We are constantly researching and developing ways to assist our customers in the wise and efficient use of electric energy. |
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Project Share Online Contribution |
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How you can help friends and neighbors in need. |
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Skagit General Store |
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Established in 1922 as an employee commissary to serve the needs of the workers and their families on the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project, the Skagit General Store is world-renowned for its fudge and other unique products. |
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Standards Publications |
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Primarily for design engineers, equipment suppliers and field crews, these technical references describe specifications, procedures and materials used in City Light's electrical infrastructure. |
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Streetlight Trouble Report |
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Use this form to report problems with streetlights. |
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Tours |
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Boundary Project |
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Boundary Dam is Seattle City Light's largest generating facility -- see for yourself. |
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Skagit General Store |
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Established in 1922 as an employee commissary to serve the needs of the workers and their families on the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project, the Skagit General Store is world-renowned for its fudge and other unique products. |
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Skagit Project |
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Surround yourself with the rugged beauty of the North Cascades and visit the Skagit project, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. |
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Customer Service
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Call (206) 684-3000
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