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How the South Fork Tolt Project Keeps the River Cool for Salmon
The South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric (is one cool little) Project In the Seattle area, most of the drinking water we use has generated power on its way t
Posted Jun. 24
Seattle City (spot)Light: Gam Tran, Electric Service Representative Supervisor
The Basics Division: Customer Engineering How long have you been at City Light? I started my career with Seattle City Light26 years ago as an admin sp
Posted Jun. 23
Seattle University students propose earthquake, cybersecurity solutions for City Light
As the school year ends, seniors at Seattle University’s (SU) College of Science and Engineering are finishing their senior design projects. These pro
Posted Jun. 10
Featured image collage of student presentations and City Light utility trucks
Seattle City (spot)Light: Shaun McKesson, Electrician Constructor Operator
The Basics Division: Stations and Operations How long have you been at City Light? June 2013 (12 years) Tell us about your role. What does your job en
Posted Jun. 09
Energy Week 2025: Working for a Brighter, Greener Seattle
We recently participated in the Seattle 2030 District’s Energy Week from June 2 through June 6. This educational event explored ways to use ener
Posted Jun. 06
A collage showcasing solar panels, Seattle skyline, rooftops, and a city building for Energy Week.
Powering education: UW students visit Cedar Falls Hydroelectric Project
For University of Washington environmental engineering students, the annual trip to Cedar Falls Hydroelectric Project offers more than a change of sce
Posted May. 30
Students walking on the top of cedar falls dam
Reflecting on Climate Action and Renewable Energy
On the evening of May 20, more than 700 people gathered for the annual Climate Solutions Annual Dinner. This event focused on finding actionable, inno
Posted May. 29
graphic of hydroelectric facility, solar panels, transmission lines, wind power, and electric vehicle
Seattle City (spot)Light: Dina Jablonski, Real Time Power Marketer
The Basics Division: Power Supply How long have you been at City Light? I started working for Seattle City Light in July 2001. I left in 2010 to work
Posted May. 27
Picture of Dina Jablongski with pet dog

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