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About TVA
TVA’s mission is simple, in a sense: to serve the people of the Valley region.
In the 1930s, both poverty and nature ravaged the Tennessee Valley region. So in 1933, U.S. Congress members worked with President Franklin D. Roosevelt to create the Tennessee Valley Authority, with a broad mandate to “improve the standards of living of the people.”
In the decades since, TVA has grown to become the nation’s largest provider of public power, working not for profits, but for the people. And its mandate remains unchanged: to make life here better.
Today, we put that mission in motion through Energy, by delivering reliable, low-cost power to the region. The second is Environmental Stewardship, by caring for the region's natural resources. And the third is Economic Development, through creating sustainable business and job growth.
TVA serves more than 10 million people across seven states with affordable, reliable and resilient energy.
TVA manages the Tennessee River for navigation and flood control. It also cares for the public lands and waters along the way.
TVA also works to bring business and industry to the region and support good jobs across the service area.
TVA doesn’t only benefit the people of the Valley region but is also part of it. We at TVA live in the same towns, so we share the same roads, the same air, and same water. We share a common hope for the future because we are neighbors, too. And our mission remains the same: to serve and make life better for the people of the Valley region.
Quick Facts
While TVA is owned by the federal government, it doesn’t receive tax funding. Instead, TVA uses revenue from the sale of energy to continue its mission of service to the region.
History and Leadership
Congress created the TVA in 1933 to harness the resources of the Tennessee Valley region and make life better for the people who call it home. The TVA ACT called for improving river navigation, restoring forests and supporting agricultural and industrial development of the valley. Explore TVA’s history from the 1930s to today.
TVAs leadership oversees TVA strategy, policy and operations. The board is appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the Senate. TVA’s CEO and president provides daily oversight and leadership with the Enterprise Leadership team.
Connect
Follow the link above to find contact information if you have questions or want to offer feedback.
Find information on different ways to engage with TVA through board meetings, public meetings, and volunteering.
Learn about educational resources and opportunities for students, parents, and teachers.
TVA Police and Emergency Management protect TVAs critical infrastructure, employees and assets. Phone: 855-476-2489 (toll-free)