100% community-owned, not-for-profit

What does this mean?

  • Our customers and the needs of our community are at the core of everything we do.
  • We’re committed to providing you with safe and reliable electric service at some of the lowest rates in California.
  • We work for the community, we’re a part of the community and we invest in the community
  • We set an ambitious goal to eliminate 100% of our carbon emissions from our power supply by 2030. Join our clean energy vision.
  • We offer programs and services to help you reduce your energy usage and lower your bill.

Programs for our community

You may qualify for a discount on your energy bill.
Donate to your community to help those in need.
Easily access our programs and services that seniors and their caregivers need most.
We make it easier for you to invest in energy-efficient appliances and products.
We're bringing environmental equity and economic vitality to our service area.

We offer free online resources for customers, teachers and parents.

Powering our community

We work with local communities to enhance your neighborhood.
See how our employees contribute time and money to the local community.
Our Powering Futures program awards up to $60,000 in scholarships each year.
See how we can support your local organization.
Outside artist rendering of the MOSAC building

Proud to partner with MOSAC

Overlooking the Sacramento River near downtown Sacramento is the new SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity, MOSAC.

We’re proud to support this important new community resource and it’s a collaboration that aligns perfectly with our core purpose and vision.

We care about bringing educational equity and economic vitality to all the communities in our service area. MOSAC provides STEM education to students, especially those from disadvantaged communities, as well as driving economic development, expanding workforce training and introducing residents to sustainable and energy efficient technologies.

Learn about MOSAC