Reliable and affordable power, water & rail services

When you choose to do business with TPU you will find yourself in a partnership that lasts for the life of your business. Our economic development and account executive teams are staffed by experts in their field, who come with a long list of valuable contacts and relationships with local, regional and state economic development entities and government officials.

Tacoma’s utilities have high reliability scores which means that we value your business and work diligently to maintain a system that preserves your ability to produce.

Publicly owned since 1893, we are a unique public utility with three distinct business units:

Tacoma Power

In addition to supplying clean, renewable hydropower that is 97% carbon free, it is one of the most affordable power utilities in the region and nation. Learn about Tacoma Power.

Tacoma Water

Operates and maintains one of the country’s oldest municipally owned water systems, providing high-quality water at very competitive prices to more than 300,000 people. Learn about Tacoma Water.

Tacoma Rail

Offers low cost freight access to the world; operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving Port of Tacoma customers on 140 miles of track. Learn about Tacoma Rail.

Power and Water incentives

In addition to a number of City, County and State incentives, Tacoma Power and Tacoma Water offer rebates for commercial and industrial customers who incorporate power and water conservation systems and energy-efficient equipment into their buildings and plants.