Does Tennessee provide technical or financial assistance for energy conservation measures in small businesses?
Yes. The Energy Division offers existing small businesses energy loans up to $300,000 at 0% interest for businesses located in Three-Star communities and 3% annual interest for all others. Loans may be repaid over a period of up to seven years. The loans must be used to identify, purchase and install approved energy efficiency measures. The loans fund purchase and installation of approved energy efficiency measures. Free energy audits are available for prospective applicants.