Seattle System

The CenTrio Commitment to Carbon Reduction in the Emerald City

CenTrio’s Seattle district system encompasses an expansive 28.5 million square feet, providing heating solutions to 140 buildings throughout downtown and First Hill, including three major Seattle hospitals.

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Seattle System Profile

  • 28M+

    SQFT SERVED
  • 140

    BUILDINGS
  • 600K+

    POUNDS PER HOUR STEAM CAPACITY
  • 20 MILES

    STEAM PIPING
  • 24/7/365

    STAFFED OPERATION
  • 99.999%

    RELIABILITY RECORD

Seattle District Heating System

AT A GLANCE

As the district continues to grow, our experienced team of engineers, operators, & mechanics support an impressive group of customers with solutions that reduce operating costs, transfer risk, eliminate environmental impact, & increase livable space. Our customers include commercial buildings, healthcare institutions, retail facilities, hotels, & residential facilities.

As Seattle’s community decarbonization partner, CenTrio invests alongside our customers and the neighborhoods we serve. Our commitment to the environment is reflected in CenTrio’s Clean Energy Roadmap, developed to address carbon reduction & align with Washington’s Climate Commitment Act and the Seattle Building Emissions Performance Standard.

Seattle District Heating Map

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Notable Seattle Customers

Harborview Hospital

This comprehensive healthcare facility is dedicated to providing specialized care for patients throughout the Pacific Northwest. As the only designated Level I trauma and verified burn center in the state of Washington, Harborview serves as the regional trauma and burn referral center for Alaska, Montana & Idaho & the disaster preparedness and disaster control hospital for Seattle & King County.

View from walking stairs path leading up to the Harborview Hospital in Seattle, WA.

Copperworks Distilling Company

Copperworks Distilling Company is a distillery, tasting room and retail store located on the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. Combining traditional methods with innovation and the unexpected, Copperworks produces whiskey, gin and vodka from malted barley. Copperworks spirits are found on the shelves of bars, restaurants, and retail stores through Washington State.

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Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Praised by the Seattle Times as “Second to None”, Seattle’s first purpose-built luxury hotel on the original site for the University of Washington sets new standards for luxury, comfort and service. Partially funded by the community, it is a magnet for Seattleites and celebrities alike. A storied landmark, it remains an iconic fixture of Seattle society -- a place to see and be seen.

Front entrance to the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle, WA in the daytime with blue skies and white clouds.
WHY CENTRIO

The CenTrio Way: Unsurpassed Excellence

Our culture of excellence is woven into the integrity of our partnerships, quality of work, advanced technologies, community loyalty, sustainability focus, & continuous innovation.

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Sustainability: Bold Action, Gentle Impact

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Sustainability: Bold Action, Gentle Impact

Our Sustainability & Impact Annual Report tracks progress while our Sustainable Infrastructure Plan maps out a comprehensive decarbonization roadmap to guide our activities.

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Community Engagement

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Community Engagement

We recognize the power of community connection. We build positive relationships through economic organization alliances, local event sponsorship and service, and educational workshops.

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Thermal Energy Storage: Ice Battery Advantage

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Thermal Energy Storage: Ice Battery Advantage

We operate the largest ice battery system in North America, maintaining comfortable building temperatures year-round and reducing electricity costs for thousands of end-users.

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Operator of One of America’s Largest Sewer Heat Recovery Systems

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Operator of One of America’s Largest Sewer Heat Recovery Systems

We displace fossil fuels by harvesting heat energy from wastewater. Our ambient loop captures thermal sewer flows, transforming the NWC into a bold, low-impact sustainable landmark.