Make the switch with our LED lighting incentive.
Whether you are looking for the highest incentive amount on indoor, outdoor or street lighting upgrades (Standard Lighting: $0.13/kWh), need indoor lighting for a new building, expansion or covered parking garage (New Construction Lighting: $0.10/kWh), or you have recently installed qualified lighting or need quick installation (Fast Track Lighting), we can help you save energy and money!
Illuminate your workplace with energy-efficient solutions.
The LED lighting incentives from TVA EnergyRight® and your local power company can improve the quality of light in your facility while helping you save on energy and maintenance costs.
LED lights use less energy than incandescent or fluorescent bulbs and newer LED options can create a more vibrant work environment for your employees or enhance security outside of your facility. Features like occupancy sensors and photocells can conserve energy by automatically turning lights on and off when not needed.
Benefits of LED lighting
Lower your monthly energy bill.
Minimize waste heat or heat gain.
Lower your carbon footprint.
Reduce maintenance costs.
Compatible with occupancy sensors.
Improve workplace visibility and safety.
LED lighting incentives: compare your options
| Standard Lighting Indoor & Outdoor* | Fast Track Lighting 4' Linear LED Lamps* | New Construction Lighting* | |
|---|---|---|---|
Approval | -Required: Pre-approval & PPEC calculations -Application submission prior to project beginning -Must have permanent local power company/TVA service | -NOT required: Pre-approval & PPEC calculations -Application submission 6 months following installation or invoice date | -NOT required: Pre-approval & PPEC calculations -Application submission 6 months following installation or invoice date -Must have permanent local power company/TVA service |
Rate | $0.13/kWh on the actual calculated kWh saved (PPEC) | $4.00 per 4’ linear LED tube $18.00 per 2’ x 2’ LED panel fixture $22.00 per 2’ x 4’ LED panel fixture $3.00 per 2’ Linear T8 LED lamp $7.00 per U-Bend T8 LED lamp | $0.10/kWh on installed building-wide Lighting Power Density for improvement above 2009 IECC new construction codes |
Eligible | -Indoor, Exterior and Street LED Lighting replacements -All fixture & control upgrades to LED | Type A, B and C LED tubes. | –Indoor LED lighting for new installations to permanent buildings (including covered parking garages and major renovations) -Lighting projects installed prior to 1/6/2025 are not eligible |
Incentive Minimums | $150 per project | $150 per project | $150 per project |
Incentive Caps | 70% of material costs | 70% of material costs | 70% of material costs |
Additional rules may apply.
If pre-approval is required, DO NOT purchase, remove or install any equipment until all pre-approval requirements are completed, and a formal Application Approval Notice has been received via email.
A baseline of T12 fixtures will be adjusted to an equivalent T8 baseline for incentive calculations.
Start by connecting with a TVA Energy Expert or finding a trusted contractor.
Want to discuss your project or not sure where to start? Connect with a TVA Energy Expert by submitting the form below. If you have a new project, contact a trusted contractor to perform the work. For the best customer experience, we encourage the use of TVA-vetted trade ally from our Preferred Partners Network (PPN), a skilled group of commercial and trade contractors that can help you achieve your energy goals.
Connect with a TVA Energy Expert to get started.
Still have a few questions?
Our team is ready to answer your questions so you can start saving. Call (866) 233-0450 or email TVABusinessIncentive@tva.gov.
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