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Updated: March 2026

Market Guide

Commercial Building Energy Requirements in Sacramento

Utility rates, compliance regulations, and benchmarking requirements for commercial real estate in Sacramento, California.

Average Commercial Utility Rates

$0.15Electric Rate
$1.45Gas Rate

Stable

SMUD rates relatively stable compared to IOU territory; PG&E gas rising

Energy Regulations & Compliance

California AB 802

Active

Statewide benchmarking mandate requiring annual ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager reporting.

50,000 sqft

June 1 annually

Up to $2,000 per day after notice

Compliance Timeline

June 1 annually

California AB 802 - 50,000 sqft

Utility Providers

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SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District)

Electric

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PG&E

Gas

Benchmarking Requirements

✓

Benchmarking is required

50,000 sqft

June 1 annually

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