Do I Qualify
- Athens Utilities appears on the program's participating power company list.
- Use an approved Wi-Fi thermostat with internet connectivity.
- Allow automatic temperature adjustments during program events.
- Electric heating and cooling qualify for year-round participation. Electric cooling with non-electric heating qualifies for summer-only participation.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Existing smart thermostat enrollment | Enroll a qualifying existing thermostat. | $65 per household |
| Smart thermostat purchase and enrollment | Buy a qualifying thermostat through the TVA EnergyRight Marketplace and enroll. | $100 per household |
| Year-round thermostat participation | Year-round participation; participate in at least 65% of events. | $65 per household annually |
| Summer-only thermostat participation | Summer-only participation; participate in at least 65% of events. | $20 per household annually |
Who Files It
The homeowner enrolls the thermostat through the program's enrollment site.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Check your thermostat model and select the applicable participation option. Eligibility and thermostat models.
- Enroll your qualifying thermostat. Enroll.
- Maintain the required event participation to receive the annual payment.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Athens Utilities page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.