SMUD news releases and media advisories: 2020 

Holiday Wrap-up: Recycle your tree
December 29, 2020
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SMUD earns an “A” for tackling climate change and sets ambitious new goals
December 21, 2020
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SMUD’s Christmas and New Year’s holiday hours
December 21, 2020
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Energy pathways program installs solar trees
December 18, 2020
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SMUD extends suspension of power shutoffs for non-payment through April 30, 2021
December 17, 2020
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SMUD and Plug In America partner to provide free one-on-one support for customers switching to electric vehicles
December 16, 2020
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SMUD Board of Directors approves 2021 budget
December 11, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday
November 23, 2020
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Winter tips for safe home heating
November 23, 2020
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SMUD awards scholarships to student winners of its Charge Up Change video contest
November 19, 2020
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SMUD partners with CARB and California electric utilities to offer $1,500 off electric cars
November 17, 2020
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SMUD awards $200,000 in first round of community funding
November 16, 2020
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SMUD to host free virtual resource fair for seniors
November 11, 2020
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SMUD lists unclaimed checks on its website
November 6, 2020
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SMUD personnel X-ray high-voltage lines while suspended from a helicopter
October 13, 2020
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SMUD’s South Fork Powerhouse hydroelectric project goes operational
September 28, 2020
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Signs on utility poles pose serious safety hazard
September 21, 2020
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Sacramento Food Bank goes solar with the help of SMUD
September 18, 2020
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BANC Successfully Meets August Heatwave Challenges; Supports CAISO
September 3, 2020
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Heat wave expected this weekend
September 3, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Labor Day
September 1, 2020
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SMUD partners with Sacramento Republic FC and Cal Expo for Giving Monday school supply drive
August 31, 2020
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Paul Lau chosen as new SMUD CEO & general manager
August 31, 2020
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SMUD faces peak alert days, but expects to avoid power shortfalls
August 16, 2020
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Please be aware of scams targeting SMUD customers
August 14, 2020
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Prepare for summer heat waves with SMUD's energy saving tips
August 13, 2020
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Independent study puts a value on rooftop solar power in Sacramento
August 3, 2020
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SMUD announces microloan program for local nonprofits impacted by COVID-19
July 17, 2020
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SMUD Board of Directors adopts climate emergency declaration
July 17, 2020
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Rancho Seco Recreational Area Temporarily Closed to Day Visitors Due to COVID-19
July 2, 2020
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SMUD limiting Rancho Seco Recreational Area during Independence Day holiday
June 29, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Independence Day 2020
June 29, 2020
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SMUD receives State Leadership in Clean Energy Award for its innovative StorageShares program
June 18, 2020
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SMUD sponsors Giving Monday at Cal Expo
June 18, 2020
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I-5 Electric Truck Charging Sites Mapped Out by Electric Utilities
June 17, 2020
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SMUD BOARD AND CEO ISSUE STATEMENTS CONDEMNING RACISM AND CALLING FOR ACTION
June 10, 2020
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Full Statement by Board President and CEO Condemning Racism
June 9, 2020
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SMUD clearing trees and brush near high-voltage lines in advance of fire season
June 3, 2020
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SMUD's 2020 Shine program is now accepting applications
June 1, 2020
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SMUD extends suspension of power shutoffs for non-payment through January 4, 2021
May 28, 2020
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First heat wave of 2020 expected this week
May 26, 2020
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SMUD's sixth year stocking El Dorado County reservoirs with thousands of trout
May 26, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Memorial Day 2020
May 21, 2020
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SMUD hires hungry goats to help with fire risk
May 19, 2020
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Sunrise MarketPlace and SMUD team up to wrap artistic designs around utility boxes
May 11, 2020
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SMUD releases mapping tool that identifies areas in need based upon key indicators
May 5, 2020
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Keep green metal transformer boxes clear of obstructions
April 30, 2020
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SMUD to issue $350 million in revenue bonds
April 27, 2020
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SMUD’s eagle cam is live on the Web!
April 16, 2020
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2020 News Release - SMUD asks customers to be safe before digging
April 2, 2020
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SMUD extends suspension of power shutoffs for non-payment through May 30
April 2, 2020
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SMUD extends suspension of power shutoffs for non-payment
March 27, 2020
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SMUD closing all buildings to the public in response to pandemic while continuing to provide electric service
March 18, 2020
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SMUD suspends power shutoffs for non-payment
March 13, 2020
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SMUD announces student winner of its Charge Up Change video contest
March 12, 2020
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SMUD postponing all large non-essential meetings and limiting staff presence at events due to coronavirus concerns
March 11, 2020
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Local chambers introduce “This is Sacramento” art exhibit
March 11, 2020
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SMUD ensuring reliability with transmission line wire replacement
March 10, 2020
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SMUD’s diligent tree safety efforts align with California Arbor Week
March 6, 2020
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Study shows lighting can positively impact behavior of children with autism
March 2, 2020
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SMUD partners with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento at first home dedication of 2020 and announces key partnership
February 29, 2020
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Sacramento Parks Foundation and SMUD celebrate state grant award to build playground
February 28, 2020
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SMUD suspending all non-critical employee travel due to coronavirus concerns
February 28, 2020
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SMUD Powering Futures college scholarship application period now open
February 26, 2020
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SMUD’s Neighborhood SolarShares Program approved for new homes
February 20, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Presidents’ Day
February 11, 2020
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Reduce power outage risk by controlling helium-filled balloons
February 10, 2020
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SMUD first in US to change efficiency metric to “avoided carbon”
February 3, 2020
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New year, new clean energy goals
January 22, 2020
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SMUD offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 16, 2020
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Electrify America Invests in the SMUD Energy StorageShares Program to Reduce Overall Energy Costs and Lower Company’s Draw on Sacramento’s Electrical Grid
January 14, 2020
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SMUD partners with area leaders to bring solar, shade and beautification to Sacramento public spaces
January 8, 2020
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