From rebates to renewables
In addition to providing our members with affordable, reliable and safe electricity, Middle Tennessee Electric is proud to serve as your energy advisor. Our goal is to help you gain more control over your energy consumption and improve your energy efficiency, ultimately saving you money. We encourage you to make the most of being an MTE member and take advantage of our range of programs and resources. Check out our programs and see what fits with your lifestyle:
Energy Services
Smart Thermostat Rewards Program
This voluntary TVA EnergyRight program rewards participants for using less energy during times of peak demand — putting money back into your pocket. Participants receive an annual rebate, in addition to a rebate for enrolling an existing thermostat or purchasing a new one. Residential and small business members can join.
mte.com/SmartThermostatProgram
Home Energy Checkup
Members can schedule an appointment for one of MTE’s EnergyPros to evaluate their homes and offer customized suggestions for improved energy efficiency. This is a free service for MTE members.
MTE Heat Pump Loan Program
MTE can help you finance a new HVAC unit at a competitive interest rate. The loan can have up to a 10-year term with no penalty for early payoff. Payments are conveniently added to a member’s electric bill.
Home Uplift
A partnership between MTE and TVA, the Home Uplift program offers significant home energy upgrades at no cost to eligible homeowners. Typical improvements include HVAC system repairs or replacement, ductwork, insulation, air sealing and other energy-efficient upgrades that reduce electricity use and lower utility bills.
Quality Contractor Network
We’ve partnered with TVA to provide a list of contractors who meet certain energy standards, known as the Quality Contractor Network (QCN). Members must use a contractor from the QCN list for funded energy efficiency work like the Heat Pump Loan Program.
mte.com/QualityContractorNetwork
Home Energy Rebates
TVA offers rebates for residential members who make energy upgrades to their homes. You can even receive a $50 rebate for getting an HVAC tune-up.
Small Business Starter Kits
MTE and TVA are offering local small and medium businesses complimentary Smart Energy Starter Kits while supplies last. Each kit includes tools to help your business lower energy costs like a smart thermostat, a Wi-Fi smart plug, a smart power strip and more.
energyright.com/smart-kit-home
Educational Resources
PluggedIn Podcast
This podcast is expanding to cover all things MTE and the communities we serve in 2026. Hear stories, conversations and insights that matter most to life in Middle Tennessee.
EnergyHub Trailer
MTE’s EnergyHub is an interactive, innovative trailer designed to educate members about energy efficiency, smart devices and more.
myMTE
Members can view details about their energy use, find customized energy tips, view and report outages, pay their bills and more using the free myMTE app.
Electric vehicles
EV Ready
EV Ready gives residential members a $50 bill credit for the installation of wiring to support Level 2 (240 volts) charging of an electric vehicle at an existing home.
NiteFlex Plan
NiteFlex offers a lower energy rate during off-peak hours. Members who select this optional rate will save 3 cents per kWh by shifting as much energy use as possible to between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. They will pay an additional 1 cent per kWh over the base rate during the on-peak hours of 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. This is great for members who need to charge EVs overnight.
EV Car Club
MTE created the EV Car Club to serve as a resource for anyone interested in learning more about electric vehicles; you don’t have to own an EV to participate. Sign up for the club’s newsletter, and we’ll send you updates about upcoming events and educational opportunities. Learn more and join at
DriveEV
We have compiled resources for all-things EV at DriveEV.com. MTE members can compare car models, find charging stations near them, learn about electric vehicles and more in one convenient location.
Renewable programs
Cooperative Solar
Members can rent solar panels and use the energy they generate as a credit on their electric bills. This program offers month-to-month flexibility and gives members firsthand experience with solar power generation without upfront costs or the long-term commitment of building a solar PV system.
Green Plan
Members can pay an additional 1 cent per kilowatt-hour to offset 100% of their electric bills using only solar power. This program offers month-to-month flexibility. When members select a plan through myEnergyPlan, this is the ‘Green’ plan option.
ProSolar
Members can consult a knowledgeable, NABCEP-certified MTE employee to see if solar is a good fit for their homes. During this free consultation, MTE will evaluate the roof/property and discuss costs, long-term maintenance, buyback programs and more.
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