We’re here to help the development community grow and succeed.

Our Commercial Development and Business Attraction team manages large, complex projects including large power loads, major infrastructure upgrades, transformational developments and more. We support your project every step of the way, from initial concept through meter installation.

Here’s how we make it easier for you:

  • We assign you a dedicated commercial development rep as your main contact.
  • We connect you to the right teams in our utility.
  • We work closely with project stakeholders to keep everything running smoothly.

Check out our boundary map to find your commercial development rep based on your project’s location.

The Sacramento region is experiencing significant growth. Others are starting to see what we've known for a long time — this is a great place to live and do business. We’re proud to support Sacramento's continued development.

With us as your partner, you get a trusted guide through planning, coordination and connecting your project to the grid. We’re with you every step of the way.

Let’s build Sacramento’s future together.

 

Large load projects and development

Our Commercial Development team focuses on supporting large load projects that need careful planning and significant infrastructure. High demand developments, like large scale manufacturers, heavy commercial and industrial development and data centers, are driving inquiries across our service area. Their need for reliable, high-capacity power makes them a top priority for us. We work closely with developers to meet their unique energy needs while maintaining grid reliability and efficiency.

If you’re planning a large load project or data center development, we’re ready to partner with you. From initial planning to final connection, we bring the expertise and resources to power your success.

Submit your interest in a large load project

 

Meet our team

Greg Hribar
Greg Hribar,

Manager, Commercial Development

Serving developers building projects in Folsom, Rancho Cordova and sections of the City and County of Sacramento.

1-916-732-6290
Greg.Hribar@smud.org

 
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Bonnie Estep,
Representative, Commercial Development

Serving new economic development as well as developers building projects in Citrus Heights, Rio Linda, Orangevale and Carmichael

1-916-732-6396
Bonnie.Estep@smud.org

Aaron Sussman Aaron Sussman,

Representative, Commercial Development

Serving developers building projects in North Natomas, Elk Grove and sections of the City and County of Sacramento.

1-916-732-7366
Aaron.Sussman@smud.org

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Derrick Cook, Senior Customer Service Representative, Commercial Development

Serving customer inquiries and supply chain needs.

1-916-732-5448
Development@smud.org

Commercial development boundary map

Find the location of your project on the map and see the corresponding representative.

Bouindary Map

Download PDF map

Business attraction

Partnering to power regional growth

Our Commercial Development and Business Attraction team works closely with regional economic development agencies, local agencies and business organizations to identify and promote prime locations for new and expanding businesses.

How we support regional growth

  • Collaborative regional partnerships
  • Electrical infrastructure analysis
  • Customized load forecasting
  • Timely project information

Benefits for your business

  • Access to a proactive utility partner invested in your success
  • Precise insights on electrical service capabilities and timelines
  • Support navigating utility interconnection processes
  • Commitment to sustainable, reliable energy solutions tailored to your needs

 

Contact our Commercial Development and Business Attraction team

Email: Bonnie.Estep@smud.org
Phone: 916-732-6396