COAA-CA Webinar: Utility Partnerships for the Future

As California accelerates its transition toward a clean energy future, building electrification emerges as a critical strategy to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency across new and existing developments. Utilities are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation through innovative partnerships with building owners, developers, and design teams. This presentation spotlights how utilities can drive market change and advance sustainable building practices.

The presentation will provide an overview of interfacing with a utility, making attendees aware of services offered. Attendees will also learn how SMUD has structured valuable program incentives to encourage early engagement and integrated design, fostering collaboration among architects, engineers, developers, and building owners. By employing a prescriptive approach, the incentives programs streamline the adoption of all-electric technologies, making it easier for stakeholders to achieve ambitious performance goals.

Key benefits and design considerations for electrification will be addressed. The session will also highlight SMUD’s partnerships with key market actors including design professionals, trade allies, and community organizations to accelerate electrification and raise awareness about the benefits of all-electric buildings.

This presentation demonstrates how proactive utility leadership and collaborative program design can successfully advance building electrification, benefitting both the community and the broader environment.