Skaggs Named Interim CEO

Skaggs returns to TVA following 2021 retirement as COO

A Record-Setting Morning

TVA employees, partners and Valley residents unite to meet surging demand for power.

Systems Operations Center operators keep the grid reliable

Driving the Bus

These TVA system operators are constantly on alert to synchronize electricity generation with customer demand.

Flows, Drones and Trains

Hop aboard as a TVA team and their partners help a rare flower recover on the remote Hiwassee River.

The Megawatt Mission

Winter preparedness teams harden freeze protection systems.

Birds on the Brain

Though the days are short, the lack of leaves and rich resources make fall and winter the perfect seasons for birding.

By Land and Air

In the wake of Helene, TVA’s Aviation and Transmission crews unite to restore power in hard-hit regions.

Vital Voices

Stakeholders and public help strengthen TVA’s Integrated Resource Plan.

Keeping It Clean

Students and volunteers board boats to help keep TVA’s Fontana Reservoir clean.

Family Time

Cardins rely on TVA benefits for their growing family.

Cozy Cost-Savers for Cold Weather

TVA energy efficiency expert shares her family’s strategies.

Practicing Performance

Wise models teamwork, communication and collaboration to prepare power system operators.

36 Hours to Demopolis

As two storied entities unite for emergency repairs at a Southern river lock, TVA’s flagship vessel shines.

Agents of Change

TVA-sponsored workshops help conservation partners link actions on land to water health in northern Alabama’s Paint Rock River.

Continuing the Journey

Welch’s teammates show power of community following medical diagnosis

Southern Success

Tennessee’s business landscape and powerful partnerships position the region for continued prosperity.

All Aboard the Electric Bus

School districts in TVA’s region are enjoying the benefits of cleaner transportation.

A Milestone for Renewable Fuels

Renewable diesel test at TVA’s Johnsonville plant proves viability of environmentally friendly replacement for fossil fuels.

Inspiring Minds

Vanderbilt Summer Academy sets a solid foundation for future generations.

Building for growth

Population growth, economic development and electrification are fueling a surge in the demand for power. Through a variety of investments, TVA is leading the way to a secure clean energy future.

‘Setting the stage’

TVA is transitioning its strategic priorities into budget-backed operational plans. Today's decisions are setting the stage for the region's energy supply for the next 20 to 40 years.

Continuing a legacy of service

TVA employees celebrated the enterprise's 91st anniversary by investing their time and talents into a week of service that totaled nearly 2,800 volunteer hours throughout the region.

Valley Vision works with customers and associations across the region to advance the public power model through a two-way power system. More than 45 regional customers are engaged in moving the vision forward.

An American energy future

TVA is expanding renewable technology, powering clean jobs and investing in energy efficiency and demand management programs.

Building Tomorrow Together

TVA has worked to make life better across the Valley region for more than 91 years. Today, TVA and its partners are envisioning the future of American energy.

A Really Good Day

Elk River restoration reveals thriving rare mussel populations.

Phone-A-Friend

When major storms strike, Duke and TVA can count on each other.

Peaceful Paddling

Environmental Justice grants inspire outdoor adventures throughout the Valley region.

The Night Shift

Fast-flying, insect-eating bats matter. Meet the biologists who net them all night to keep tabs on their health.

Williams Family Service

Values like Inclusion with Diversity are much more than boxes being checked. It’s things like equitable footing, psychological safety and actionable change that create a core value.

Got Gates?

What lurks in TVA’s caves? A lot of litter – prompting biologists to gate caves

What’s in Your Attic?

$500 insulation rebate helps homeowners lower bills and improve comfort.

Charging Into the Future

Fast Charge Network sets the stage for accelerated EV adoption.

Another Frequency

TVA employees support local communities with a little twang.

Thrills on Guntersville

CAST for Kids helps children with special needs connect to outdoor recreation.

Ready for What’s Next

TVA engineer sees every simulation as a potential chunk of renewable energy for the grid.

A Mission to Protect

TVA’s system of dams and reservoirs serve critical role in mitigating flood damage amid Hurricane Helene.

Catching Up With Cupcake

Wild sturgeon offers a behind-the-scenes look at life in the Tennessee River.

Strong and Resilient

Nolichucky Dam and its neighbors begin recovery after epic flood.

Letter from North Carolina

First-person account of resilience and recovery in the wake of Helene.

Boom Time for Douglas Reservoir

TVA deploys boom to help keep dams and people safe from flood debris.

The Rope Whisperer

Longtime TVA lineworker coordinates rope maintenance and repairs at new inspection facility.

Floods of the Past

Historical records tell of the Valley’s severe floods – and how the region’s people unite quickly to render aid.

X-ray Vision

New scanning technology helps TVA line crews monitor health of transmission lines.

The Power of Partnership

Tennessee Valley Authority, the nation’s largest public power enterprise, provides affordable, reliable, resilient and increasingly clean energy to 10 million people throughout the seven-state region.

Supporting Helene Recovery

TVA focuses on immediate needs and long-term relief for eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina communities.

The Sun is Shining

With the arrival of First Solar’s manufacturing facility, new opportunities open in North Alabama and beyond.

Stories for Truckin’

Artwork for tractor-trailers helps share TVA’s story with the nation.

Compass to a Bright Future

TVA seeks public input on its draft 2025 Integrated Resource Plan.

A Focus on Conservation

National Geographic’s Joel Sartore promotes conservation with help from TVA and partners.

Exterior of Tricastin, France, enrichment facility

A Nuclear Renaissance

Orano’s multibillion-dollar capital investment helps set the stage for nuclear advancement.

Restoration Rocks

Long, strong partnerships bring habitat and endangered boulder darters back from the brink.

A Ticket to Tellico

Clear waters, great bass fishing and a perfect beach make this reservoir a local favorite.

Right Time, Right Place, Right People

New sites give paddlers access to the wondrous waters of Virginia’s remote Powell River.

Powering MoonPies

TVA EnergyRight incentives equal big savings for an iconic American snack.

Scrubbing the Skies

Tennessee startup Holocene’s carbon-removal technology can help TVA reach its target of net-zero emissions.

Charting the Course

TVA and the Baker School partner on a first-of-its-kind study that will help navigate the path to a net-zero emissions economy.

Rebuilt for the People

The Hydro Life Extension program gives historic dams a new lease on life.

Changing Lives

Since 2018, TVA EnergyRight’s Home Uplift program has connected homeowners like Mark Morton with free, energy efficient upgrades for a cleaner, more comfortable home.

The Height of Service

In sunshine and in storms, TVA line crews keep the power flowing.

The Happy Place

Recreation abounds at Tims Ford – and it’s all built from powerful partnerships.

The Rhythm of the River

Looking for world-class fly fishing? Head to your home river to catch trout in TVA tailwaters.

Aerial view of Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant

Browns Ferry Celebrates 50 Years

TVA’s iconic nuclear plant in North Alabama is a cornerstone of clean energy production.

Working Toward a Cleaner Energy Future

Proposed solar and gas projects in Tennessee and Mississippi could produce nearly 700 megawatts.

Murals on a Mission

Conservator Michael Ruzga helps restore historic artworks at TVA sites throughout seven-state region.

Empowering New Generations

First-of-its-kind Tennessee Valley Women’s Policy Summit highlights opportunities to shape new futures in the power industry.

Sicklefin Redhorse Swims Toward Success

A feathered fish? Scientists search for the rare sicklefin redhorse, a fish vital to the region’s rivers and Cherokee culture.

The Right Tools

Grit, never-give-up mentality help Bayes cut path to TVA, leadership and mentorship role

Everything Under the Sun

At a North Alabama site, rare fish, native grasslands and solar energy flourish together.

A High-Flying Eye

TVA drones are helping local power companies accomplish faster, cheaper infrastructure scans.

Securing The Future

“Don’t put off your dreams,” Townsend says as she pursues degree in human resource management.

Artful Efficiency

Summer Nights Sweepstakes gives homeowners a chance to win outdoor movie theater prize pack.

Sunken Treasure

What’s rough, spiky and sunk under TVA reservoir waters? Engineered fish habitats, made possible by TVA and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

Chock-full of Fun

Looking for the perfect spot to enjoy a dip or drop a line? Chickamauga is your place.

The Angler’s Paradise

South Holston Reservoir is a go-to fishing spot in East Tennessee – and an idyllic setting to explore the outdoors.

Painting a Legacy

Oak Ridge Art Center summer exhibit showcases TVA artist Robert Birdwell’s iconic murals and personal artwork.

Hot summer temperature sign in downtown Chattanooga

Smart Steps in a Heat Wave

Energy efficiency experts offer advice for staying cool and keeping electric bills under control.

Gone Fishing

Kids Fish Free event introduces youth to TVA river, love of fishing.

Caribbean of the South

Outdoor adventurers flock to the clear, blue waters of Norris Reservoir.

Following Her Yellow Brick Road

RaSharon King's outreach role combines her passion for service and education with her day job in natural resources.

Running the Line

Ocoee River whitewater rafting generates big thrills for visitors – and big business for area’s outfitters.

Protecting the Public

TVA dam engineer sweats the small stuff, even moles, to keep structures safe.

The Oil Change

Innovation contest winner upgrades transformer maintenance system.

Let the Sun Shine

The project is the first of three renewable energy projects Origis plans for the Magnolia State, bringing 550 MW of solar power and 150 MW of battery storage into operation.

Powered for Summer

As warm weather arrives, TVA is ready to keep you cool and comfortable.

A Legacy of Service

Employees celebrate TVA’s 91st year by volunteering across a seven-state region.

The Water, the Weir and the Island

Five-year rebuild of Hibbs Island improves weir function, bolstering biodiversity in Clinch River.

Zero to 60

Mercer’s career path required shifting from working with his hands to a managerial role.

Dancing with Nature

TVA's river management team readies the reservoirs for summer recreation.

Fly-Tying Friends

Spring cicada emergence offers awesome opportunities for fly fishing on TVA rivers and reservoirs.

Catch the Trail Magic

Join the National Trails Day fun with volunteer events and a TVA scavenger hunt.

Back From the Brink

TVA and its partners work to protect rare species and their habitats in a biodiversity hotspot.

Nature Counts

Record number of volunteers join BioBlitz on Raccoon Mountain hiking trails.

Half a Century at TVA's ROC

The Regional Operations Center reflected the modernization of the TVA system.

Casting Lines, Shaping Lives

TVA fosters a love of fishing and conservation in younger generations – one tournament at a time.

People Saving Places

National Historic Preservation Month spotlights TVA’s archaeologists, historians and cultural resources specialists.

Dive Into Snorkel Trails

Snorkelers can discover underwater wonders at a series of aquatic trails.

Getting to the Bottom

How healthy are TVA’s reservoirs? Scientists sample life on the bottoms to find out.

Energy Day at Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences

An Energy Education

TVA EnergyRight School Uplift awards Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences and 105 other Valley-region schools for energy efficiency achievements.

Looking Up and Moving Forward

Hassan Ghazi left Iraq with his family when he was three. They escaped over the mountains into Turkey and eventually settled in Chattanooga. Ghazi studied chemistry with an eye toward nuclear power.

More Than $40 Million in 2020

Despite challenges from the pandemic, TVA delivered cost savings and community support totaling more than $40 million for the people of Memphis so far this year.

Keeping it Small, Keeping it Local

TVA remains committed to its mission of serving the people of the Tennessee Valley, even in the toughest of times. Supporting small, diverse and local businesses is part of that commitment, and TVA spent more than 46% of its supplier spend with small and diverse businesses in fiscal year 2020—a total of more than $1.2 billion.

Know Your Boundaries

TVA manages 293,000 acres of public land, so it’s important that its 6,200 miles of boundaries be easily identified. Learn more about how we make our boundaries more visible.

High-Speed Fiber Blitz

TVA is stretching 2,700 miles of high-speed fiber across the Tennessee Valley in an effort to build a modernized electric grid. The $300-million investment is enhancing both transmission capability and security through the integration of emerging technologies.

Oxford, Mississippi Resident driving a golf cart

Coming Home to Oxford

More residents can find affordable housing in Oxford, Mississippi, thanks to a partnership with the city, builder, local power company and TVA.

Fly Fishing’s Unlikely Following

Millennials are described as being multitaskers who are achievement-oriented. Fishing, specifically fly fishing, was partly an answer to social distancing prompted by COVID-19. The sport has seen a surge among young anglers in the Tennessee Valley.

Butler at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon

Protecting What's Left

The term Native American often evokes images of the Cherokee tribe and its history throughout the Tennessee Valley. But there are more than 20 Native American tribes that once called this region home, like the Muscogee Creek Nation.

Join the EVolution

TVA is taking a big step toward enabling more people to confidently choose electric vehicles in the Tennessee Valley. Supporting the development of EVs fits right in with TVA’s mission of service to the people who live and work in the region.

Stewardship of Sacred Sites

TVA’s archaeologists and federally recognized Indian tribes worked to develop a plan for conducting limited archaeological excavation of a site located in Jackson County, Alabama.

contractor showing thermostat to the customer

TVA Donation Supports Minority Contractor Training Program

TVA has awarded $871,000 to Tennessee Urban League Affiliates to continue offering the Building Futures Minority Contractor Training program in 2021. The program helps recruit and train interested minority contractors on improving home energy efficiency.

Minority Report

TVA uses small veteran- and minority-owned securities firms to sell its bonds, and gains a more diverse investor base as well as fresh perspectives.

Doing the Right Work

Despite the challenge of a pandemic and the need to keep everyone safe and healthy across the Valley while effectively operating the power system, employee efforts made FY20 a best ever performance year for TVA customers.

Reconnecting With the Past

An upcoming project to safely relocate coal ash around Gallatin Fossil Plant is also offering a rare opportunity to help reconnect family members to loved ones who are buried in cemeteries around the fossil plant property.

Colorful Kindling Sparks the Need for Campfire Safety

Saying “goodbye summer, hello fall” shouldn’t lower caution for fire hazards — it should increase it.

One Bee at a Time

Trotter Bluff Small Wild Area is a perfect place for a short, wooded hike along the water. It soon will have another claim to fame as a home to a colorful collection of flowers and grasses that will help feed hungry pollinators.

Creepy Tunnel at Norris

Just in time for Halloween, researchers at Norris have uncovered a spooky tunnel replete with spider webs, dark corners and mice.

TVA Invests in Local Communities

TVA’s unique, long-standing mission of service focuses on much more than just energy. TVA and its more than 10,000 employees are committed – each and every day – to improving the quality of life for communities and people across the Tennessee Valley.

Your Favorite Places Need Your Help

On nice days in the Tennessee Valley, individuals and families flock to TVA public lands to enjoy nature, but many of them also check the condition of their favorite place, and perhaps pick up trash, trim up branches and lend nature a helping hand. These are the volunteers of TVA’s Adopt a Spot and Adopt a Trail programs, and there’s room for you.

Partnership Helps Customers and Communities

Knoxville Utilities Board issues resolution highlighting the partnership with TVA on COVID-19 response in support of Valley residents and businesses.

TVA Legal Pros Help Residents off ‘Treadmill of Trouble’

TVA attorneys help Tennessee Valley residents expunge their records of minor infractions of the law, such as speeding tickets. The hope? To help beneficiaries get and keep good housing and good jobs.

Articles

Widows Creek Fossil Plant before implosion

The Final Stack Falls

As part of the ongoing Widows Creek Fossil Plant demolition project, the final and largest stack, topping 1,000-feet, was safely imploded on Dec 3, 2020.

Provide Feedback on Next Steps at Allen Fossil Plant Site

TVA invites you to review its pre-recorded virtual public open house on the next steps regarding the safe removal and long-term storage of coal ash from the Allen Fossil Plant.

3D Printing Goes Nuclear

TVA will load four new 3D-printed fuel assembly brackets at its Browns Ferry nuclear power plant next spring. The brackets will be the first of their kind loaded into a commercial reactor and demonstrate the latest innovations in additive manufacturing and artificial intelligence.