Tucson, Ariz. – In honor of Energy Efficiency Day on Oct. 7, Tucson Electric Power (TEP) is presenting TEP Net Zero Hero Awards to recognize three community partners who are reducing energy use and making meaningful progress toward a cleaner energy future.

The 2026 recipients are:

• The City of Tucson for its energy-efficiency investments at cooling centers and other facilities
• AllThrive 365 as a partner in weatherization projects
• Habitat for Humanity Tucson as a partner in advancing renewable energy

Since 2023, TEP’s Net Zero Hero Awards have honored those supporting our community and TEP’s efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Visit TEP’s Media Resource Page for photos and videos. Additional details about the award winners are on TEP’s news page.

News media contacts:

• TEP: JD Wallace, (520) 801-6392, jd.wallace@tep.com
• City of Tucson: Andy Squire, Public Information Officer for City of Tucson, 520-306-0080, andrew.squire@tucsonaz.gov
• AllThrive 365: Katie Martin, Administrator of Home Improvements, 602-285-0505 ext. 543, KatieM@allthrive365.org
• Habitat for Humanity Tucson: Carmen Noriega, Director of Marketing and Communications, 520-651-4102, CarmenN@HabitatTucson.org.

We’re also helping residential customers achieve energy savings at home. For Energy Efficiency Day and Month, the TEP Marketplace is offering sales on smart thermostats that can help residents to reduce energy use and participate in TEP energy efficiency programs.