Seattle Utility Strikes River Project Deal
Published Date: 6/5/2026
Notice
Summary
Seattle City Light and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have reached a settlement about the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project, which affects communities in Whatcom, Snohomish, and Skagit Counties, Washington. The agreement includes updates to how the project operates on federal lands and invites the public to share their thoughts by early July 2026. This could impact local energy management and environmental protections without immediate cost changes announced.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Request for new 50‑year license
If you live in Washington near the Skagit River (Whatcom, Snohomish, or Skagit Counties), Seattle City Light asked FERC to approve a new 50-year license for the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project. The request asks the Commission to issue a 50-year license that incorporates, without material modification, the proposed license articles in Appendix 1 to the Settlement Agreement.
Settlement covers environmental protections
The Settlement Agreement aims to resolve issues about fish passage, instream flows, water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, flood risk management, recreation, cultural resources, and terrestrial resources for the Skagit River project. The agreement is filed on behalf of Seattle City Light and many federal, tribal, state, and local parties and asks the Commission to adopt those measures in the new license.
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