Stories
We’re always looking for new ways to engage and educate our members. Our blog serves as a place to find answers to many of your questions. If you’re looking for information and can’t find it — or we haven’t answered your question yet — let us know. MTE is dedicated to informing and educating our membership.
Recent Blog Posts
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October 27, 2025
Students earn SharingChange Scholarships
Excelling in academics, leadership and community service has earned 10 students a $2,000 Gordon Bone Memorial SharingCha
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October 27, 2025
Co-op Day of Service 2025
The cooperative way
As part of National Cooperative Month each October, Middle Tennessee Electric employees look forwar
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October 27, 2025
Plant your trees ‘right’ this fall
MTE arborist says timing, location and species matter
Is your lawn in need of a landscaping makeover?
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February 16, 2021
Heat Pumps & Outside Weather
It’s cold outside! This means your heating and air conditioner works harder and uses more electricity to keep you warm and comfortable. Let us explain why your energy use rises when the temperature outside goes down. Your heating and air conditioner — called an HVAC system — uses forty to sixty percent of your monthly electricity. This means your electric bill can go up depending on how hot or cold the outside temperate was.