Nashville Electric Service peak
& off-peak hours
Below is every active TOU rate plan we track for Nashville Electric Service — 6 plans — with period boundaries verified against the published tariff. No price values; periods only.
Rate Plans
GSB Large General Power Rate — Schedule GSB
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 2 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
GSC Large General Power Rate — Schedule GSC
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 2 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
GSD Large General Power Rate — Schedule GSD
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 2 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
TDGSA Time-of-Day General Power Rate
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 2 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
TGSA Time-of-Use General Power Rate
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 1 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
EVC Electric Vehicle Charging Power Rate
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | Apr 1 – Oct 31 | Mon–Fri | 1 PM – 7 PM |
| On-Peak | Nov 2 – Mar 31 | Mon–Fri | 4 AM – 10 AM |
Use these Nashville Electric Service hours in your app.
Current period and next transition for any ZIP or address.
FAQ's
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What are Nashville Electric Service's on-peak hours?
On the GSB plan (Large General Power Rate — Schedule GSB), on-peak hours run from 1 PM – 7 PM and 4 AM – 10 AM on weekdays. All remaining hours are classified as off-peak.
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Does Nashville Electric Service charge more for electricity at certain times?
Yes. Nashville Electric Service offers time-of-use (TOU) rate plans where electricity costs vary depending on the period. The period—peak, off-peak, mid-peak, or super off-peak—depends on the time, day, and season. This page lists boundaries for 6 active schedules; tou.tools does not publish pricing ($/kWh) details.
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How do I get Nashville Electric Service time-of-use periods in my app?
Schedules are accessible programmatically via the tou.tools REST API and MCP server for AI agents. By querying a U.S. address or ZIP code, your application can instantly retrieve the current period and next scheduled transition time. Developer API keys are free.
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Do Nashville Electric Service time-of-use hours change during holidays or seasons?
Yes. Peak hours and rate periods can vary by season (typically summer and winter halves) and special holidays. While some schedules like E-ELEC keep stable hours year-round, others introduce super off-peak windows or adjust peak times. Check each rate plan card above for specific seasonal boundaries.
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What is the best time to charge an EV under Nashville Electric Service's plans?
For customers on EV-specific plans like EVC, the most cost-effective time to charge is during super off-peak or off-peak hours. Charging during these designated windows significantly reduces electricity costs and minimizes demand on the grid.