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EV Charger Rebates and Incentives in Tennessee

EV charger rebates in Tennessee are limited as of October 2026. Members of Middle Tennessee Electric can get a $50 bill credit toward Level 2 wiring. NES does not list a home charger rebate that we could confirm. There is no state rebate for home chargers, and the federal Section 30C credit ended June 30, 2026.

As of October 2026

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What Is Open, Closed, or Not Offered?

Middle Tennessee Electric

MTE EV Ready Bill Credit

Open (listed on MTE's site)As of October 2026

Residential MTE members can get a $50 bill credit toward installing wiring that supports Level 2 charging.

  • The credit covers wiring for a 240-volt outlet or a hardwired Level 2 charger. Any Level 2 charger brand qualifies.
  • It is for MTE members only. If NES serves your address, this program does not apply.
  • MTE's page has a separate application for builders and developers.

How to Apply

  1. Have a licensed electrician install the wiring.
  2. Fill out MTE's short online EV Ready application.
  3. Attach a receipt for the completed work.
  4. Look for the credit on a later MTE bill. Check MTE's page for any timing rules before you apply.

Official source: Middle Tennessee Electric, EV Ready program(opens in a new tab)

Nashville Electric Service

NES Home Charger Rebate

None listedAs of October 2026

NES does not list a home charger rebate that we could confirm. Ask NES before you buy.

  • The NES electric vehicle page points to general EV information and to TVA tools, not to an NES cash rebate.
  • If NES adds a program, it will appear on its EV page, linked below.

Official source: Nashville Electric Service, Electric Vehicles(opens in a new tab)

Tennessee Valley Authority

TVA EnergyRight

Not a rebateAs of October 2026

TVA EnergyRight offers a marketplace for comparing EV chargers. It is not a charger rebate.

  • The marketplace lets you compare chargers by brand and price. Any deals there come from the sellers, not from a TVA charger rebate.

Official source: Tennessee Valley Authority, EnergyRight EV charging(opens in a new tab)

Internal Revenue Service

Federal Section 30C Credit

Ended June 30, 2026As of October 2026

The federal Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit covered home charging equipment placed in service from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026. It has ended.

  • Equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026, did not qualify. Some older web pages still list this credit as if it were open.
  • If your charger went in before the end date, ask a tax professional about your return.

Official source: Internal Revenue Service, Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit(opens in a new tab)

Which Utility Serves Your Brentwood Address?

Brentwood is served by two utilities: Nashville Electric Service (NES) and Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE). Both buy power from TVA. Check your power bill to see which one serves your address, because the incentives differ.

Nearby areas vary too. Forest Hills and Oak Hill are NES territory. Franklin is in MTE's service area. Spring Hill has three possible providers, and Nolensville homeowners should check their bill.

How Should Incentives Fit Into Your Plan?

Treat any credit as a small bonus, not a reason to pick one charger or another. The bigger costs come from the wire run and the panel. The installation cost factors guide explains those.

Keep your paid invoice and permit record. Utility programs often ask for a receipt. If you are still deciding whether your home can handle an EV, an EV readiness inspection answers that before you spend money on a Level 2 home charger.

Programs change. Each status below carries an "as of" date and a link to the official page. Check that page before you count on any credit.

Rebate FAQs

How Much Is the MTE EV Ready Credit?

It is a $50 bill credit for residential MTE members who install wiring that supports Level 2 charging. You apply online and attach a receipt.

Can I Still Claim the Federal Charger Tax Credit?

Not for equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026. The Section 30C credit ended on that date. Ask a tax professional about equipment installed before then.

Does Tennessee Offer a Rebate for Home Chargers?

We found no state rebate for single-family home chargers as of October 2026. News reports describe a new state program for multifamily buildings only.

Get Connected Today

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