Electrification – shifting away from using gas and other fossil fuels toward clean electricity to power our needs such as transportation and heating – is one of the most important things we can do to help reduce pollution and manage climate change.
The ongoing energy transition is a once-in-a-century opportunity to benefit the health and wellbeing of our communities. Customers, public and private organizations, and Seattle City Light – as a provider of reliable, affordable, net-carbon-neutral electricity – are collectively leading the changes that are underway.
As a public utility, Seattle City Light makes the connections and investments needed to bring the benefits of electrification to everyone. Equitable economic opportunity, improved health in communities harmed by pollution, and more resilient places to live, work, and play are all part of our shared energy future.
Where Does Your Power Come From?
Over 80% of the power we deliver is generated from clean, carbon-free hydroelectricity. In a typical year, about 40% of our power comes from our fully owned hydroelectric projects on the Skagit and Pend Oreille Rivers. The remaining power is generated from a mix of power sources purchased from the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) and other renewable sources.
