Seattle City Light (SCL) is proposing a pair of 9.5% rate increases in 2027 and 2028 as the utility seeks to modernize aging infrastructure, expand renewable en... (opens in new tab)

Seattle City Light (SCL) is proposing a pair of 9.5% rate increases in 2027 and 2028 as the utility seeks to modernize aging infrastructure, expand renewable energy resources, and prepare for growing electricity demand across the region. The proposed increases are part of the utility's new 2027-2032 Strategic Plan, which will be presented on Wednesday to the Seattle City Council's Parks & City Light Committee. SCL officials say the investments are necessary to maintain reliable service while ...