Tucson Electric Power (TEP) is an electric utility serving the southern Arizona region, including the city of Tucson. TEP is a subsidiary of UNS Energy Corporation, which is itself a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., a provider of electric and gas services across North America. TEP generates and distributes electricity to over 425,000 customers in its service area. The utility operates a diverse mix of energy sources, including natural gas, coal, solar, and wind power. TEP is committed to renewable energy and has set a goal to deliver at least 30% of its power from renewable sources by 2030. The utility also offers energy efficiency programs to help customers save money and reduce their energy use.
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Tucson Electric Power's energy comes from coal, solar, natural gas, and wind. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 81% of Tucson Electric Power's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 10%. Natural Gas provides 9% of Tucson Electric Power's electricity. Wind provides 1% of Tucson Electric Power's electricity.
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The average electricity rate for Tucson Electric Power customers is 13.4 cents/kWh. Tucson Electric Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Special Residential Electric Service TRRSP - Single Phase | Fixed | 13¢ to 16¢ |
| Residential Demand Time-of-Use TRRESDT - Three Phase | TOU | 9¢ to 13¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Use TRREST - Three Phase | TOU | 14¢ to 19¢ |
| Residential Demand Time-of-Use TRRESDT - Single Phase | TOU | 9¢ to 13¢ |
| Residential Service Peak Demand TRRESD (Three Phase) | Fixed | 10¢ to 10¢ |
| Residential Service Peak Demand TRRESD (Single Phase) | Fixed | 10¢ to 10¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Use TRREST - Single Phase | TOU | 14¢ to 19¢ |
| Residential Electric Service TRRES (Three Phase) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service Time-of-Use Program TRRSPT - Three Phase | TOU | 13¢ to 18¢ |
| Residential Electric Service TRRES (Single Phase) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service Time-of-Use Program TRRSPT - Single Phase | TOU | 13¢ to 18¢ |
| Special Residential Electric Service TRRSP - Three Phase | Fixed | 13¢ to 16¢ |
In 2021, the average Tucson Electric Power customer lost electricity one time for a duration of 112 minutes. In total, the average Tucson Electric Power customer had their electricity out for about 102 minutes during the whole year.
Tucson Electric Power can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Light Bulbs | $0.80 - $1.15 | TEP (Tucson Electric Power) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | $3-$4 | TEP (Tucson Electric Power) | See Details |
Residential (APS, TEP,UNS) & Small Commercial (TEP, UNS): Excess generation credited at an ACC-approved rate, phasing down to an avoided cost rate. Current export compensation rates are 10.45 cents/kWh (APS), 8.68 cents/kWh (TEP), and 10.35 cents/kWh (UNS).NEG is carried forward and paid out at the end of the annual period if the credit balance exceeds a certain amount. Non-Residential: Retail rate export compensation. NEG is carried forward and paid out to the customer at the end of the annual period at the avoided cost rate.