Serving the Towns of Taunton, Raynham, Berkley & North Dighton
Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant (TMLP) has been an integral part of the City of Taunton for more than a century because it has successfully managed its customers’ investments, responded to and anticipated evolving energy needs, and remained focused on community values. TMLP’s ultimate goal is to provide information that allows its customer-owners to make informed decisions.
If you have specific questions pertaining to your local MLP’s rebates, email us at rebates@ene.org
Energy Saving Rebates & Programs
No-Cost Home Energy Assessments
In partnership with TMLP, Energy New England (ENE) provides no-cost Home Energy Assessments for TMLP’s residential customers. Our highly trained and experienced Residential Energy Advisors will assess your home’s energy efficiency to identify heating, lighting, weatherization, and rebate opportunities that can save you money on your utility bills.
ENE’s Energy Advisor conducts an in-person or virtual walk-through of your home, inputting information into our energy-efficiency software to create a report for you that analyzes your home’s energy usage, identifies home improvement projects that can lower your energy costs, and links to TMLP’s rebates and incentives.
If you are a Landlord or Property Manager submitting a Home Energy Assessment request please request that your tenant(s) complete a Tenant Release Form prior to starting the Home Energy Assessment intake form.
To begin scheduling your Home Energy Assessment please complete a brief online intake form or print and mail an intake form.
If you have general questions regarding energy efficiency please contact us: 888-772-4242 | hea@ene.org
Energy Star® Appliance Rebates
TMLP is pleased to offer rebates to customers that purchase selected energy efficient ENERGY STAR appliances. ENERGY STAR appliances have been identified as being significantly more energy efficient than the average comparable model.
Please see the TMLP website for more information and program requirements.
Taunton Drives Electric
TMLP has multiple rebates for Electric Vehicles and EV equipment. Please visit TMLP Drives Electric for information and support or contact an ENE EV expert.
For additional program details, visit TMLP’s residential EV Program page.
House ‘n’ Home Thermal Program
The “House n’ Home” Thermal Rebate Program provides financial incentives to TMLP’s residential and non-profit customers to make buildings more energy efficient. Customers can be eligible to receive 50% of the total cost of materials and professional labor, up to a maximum rebate level.
Please visit the TMLP House n’ Home Rebate application for account eligibility terms, program details, and the online application form.
Net Metering Program
The Residential Solar Rebate for Net Metering Program offers financial incentives to TMLP’s residential customers intending to install a photovoltaic (solar) array on the property they own. The rebate incentive for a submitted project is per watt installed, up to 3 KW DC.
Additionally, TMLP offers a battery storage rebate for units 5 KW+.
Please read program details and application submission requirements on TMLP’s residential solar rebate for Net Metering page.
*For residential customers who either purchase a home with an existing solar array, or are adding to an existing array, or adding battery backup. Please submit the signed Net Metering Interconnection Agreement when you open your electric account.
Go Green 100%
TMLP is proud to offer our ‘Go Green 100%’ program. This program was designed specifically for our customers who want their electricity to come from 100% renewable energy sources, accomplished through the purchase and retirement of Massachusetts Class 1 Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).
Once a customer voluntarily signs up for this new program, TMLP will purchase and retire the qualifying Mass Class 1 RECs to meet this customer’s electricity needs. The renewable energy source for this new voluntary electricity program will be guaranteed through the purchase and retirement of these Mass Class 1 RECs. Visit TMLP’s Go Green 100% program page for program details and requirements.
Commercial Energy Audit
Maintaining energy efficiency is of paramount importance for Commercial and Industrial customers in this world of tight budget constraints and skyrocketing costs. In partnership with Energy New England (ENE), a leader in energy resource evaluations, TMLP will schedule an initial “walk through” or Preliminary Facility Evaluation (PFE) audit to identify energy savings opportunities, free of charge.
If our Customer requests a more comprehensive “investment grade” engineering audit, TMLP may reimburse the customer for 50% or more of the audit cost, provided certain recommended measures have been implemented.
These Industrial energy conservation evaluations will be performed on-site and shall identify major energy uses, such as lighting, HVAC, and other electrical systems. A summary report outlining the potential energy (kWh) savings, economic savings, and payback on investment will be given to our customer.
To schedule an assessment, contact ENE at 1-888-772-4242 or email commercial@ene.org.
Commercial Solar Net Metering
Net Metering is available to residential, commercial, and industrial customers owning and operating renewable generating facilities for the purpose of offsetting all or part of the customer’s own electric needs.
TMLP currently has two net metering categories, the first is for customers with generating systems of 60kW or less and the 2nd is for customers with generating systems between 60kW and 2,000kW.
Individuals interested in building renewable generating facilities within the TMLP service territory and not fitting this description should contact the TMLP to discuss the possibility of a Purchase Power Agreement. Please contact TMLP’s Lead Resource Analyst at 508-824-3132.
Visit TMLP’s commercial solar net metering page for details, application requirements, and Solar Rebate FAQ’s.
Low to No Interest Loan Options
TMLP Saves™
The TMLP Saves™ -Heat Pump and Zero-Interest Loan Program provides financial incentives to eligible Residential customers for weatherization (if recommended) and installation of Ground-Source or Cold-Climate Air-Source Heat
Learn more about the TMLP Saves™ program
DOER MLP Z Loan Program:
The DOER MLP Z-Loan is a zero-interest loan program that provides a zero interest financing option for energy efficiency and clean heating and cooling upgrades. The Z Loan is only available to those MA households in communities served by Municipal Light Plants (MLPs).
The Z-Loan is an interest free loan of $500 to $25,000 for up to five years for eligible energy efficiency improvements. The loan is available to owners of residential properties that receive electric or gas service from an MLP and are not eligible for Mass Save® programs.
Learn more about the DOER MLP Z Loan
Energy Saver Home Loan Program –Powered by the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank
The Energy Saver Home Loan Program (ESHLP) helps eligible Massachusetts homeowners cut their energy use and reduce or eliminate their reliance on fossil fuels.
ESHLP loans provide flexible financing for a wide range of residential clean energy projects that support emissions reduction and healthier homes. To recieve financing through the program, home improvements must reduce total energy usage by at least 20%.
Learn more about the Energy Saver Home Loan Program