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Connected Communities
Connected Communities are towns, main streets, neighborhoods and cities in the TVA service region using technology and data-related solutions to address community challenges and prepare for a modern energy system. TVA can help communities like yours become more connected by linking you to resources, funding opportunities and tailored support. Together, we can improve our communities’ access to digital services, achieve environmental benefits, scale economic opportunities and become more resilient.
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TVA Can Help Your Community in Four Focus Areas
Broadband and Digital Literacy
Elevates digital equity and inclusion for everyone by supporting broadband expansion and access to modern technologies.
Economic Empowerment
Supports economic security so the people in TVA’s service region can contribute, to the best of their abilities, to the modern economy.
Energy and Environmental Justice
Promotes access to healthy natural and built environments and reliable, affordable, clean energy for everyone in the TVA service region.
Enhanced Community Resiliency
Enhances community resiliency through plans and resources that help communities minimize impacts, effectively endure evolving challenges and strengthen recovery strategies for the future.
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Learn About Connected Communities Projects in Action
Communities across TVA’s service region have already
begun their journey to becoming more connected. Selected
by a diverse group of stakeholders, the existing Connected
Communities pilot projects address the four focus areas and
advance data- and technology-driven solutions. By funding
these pilot projects, TVA and our partners are helping make
the region the best place in the country to live, work and play.
Community Partnerships
Many communities are aware of their unique challenges but need assistance in tackling these projects. The Connected Communities initiative provides hands-on tailored support and consulting services to help communities build capacity and realize tangible improvements across the four focus areas.
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Share Your Idea
Is your organization leveraging data and technology for the community, or does it have the start of a pilot project idea? Email us to get advice and feedback to advance your solution at [email protected].
Join the Connected Communities Network
Access resources, connect with similar organizations and learn about how to engage with the TVA Connected Communities Initiative and more.
JOIN OUR MAILING LISTResource Library
The Connected Communities initiative provides tools and resources that make it easier and attainable for communities of all sizes to tackle big issues. Visit our resource library to see a complete list of the tools and resources we offer.
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Announcing Our New Community Information Hub
When you need actionable tools and resources, like interactive maps or searchable databases to develop and implement your project, visit the Community Information Hub (CIH). Create an account to:
- Learn more about the current conditions of your community
- Determine the strengths and gaps in the connectedness of your community
- Identify funding opportunities
- Find inspiration that sparks project ideas
- Stay up to date on the most current Connected Communities happenings
