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Tennessee Valley Authority
Serving the TVA Region
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What We Do
Energy >
As the nation's largest public power provider, TVA serves more than 10 million people with reliable, affordable and resilient energy. More than half of TVA’s energy in FY 2024 came from carbon-free sources, and TVA has committed to adding 10,000 megawatts of solar energy by 2035. TVA also continues to champion innovative technology to serve the growing region.
Environmental Stewardship >
TVA manages 293,000 acres of public land and 11,000 miles of shoreline, taking part in conservation, stewardship and biodiversity projects throughout the region. TVA's public lands and waters are also popular tourist and recreation destinations. These resources support $12 billion in economic activity each year.
Economic Development >
TVA's economic development team partners with local power companies, economic development organizations and federal agencies to bring new investments and good jobs the region and keep them here. TVA's reliable, affordable and resilient electricity has helped bring 100,000 new jobs to the seven-state region in the last five years.
TVA at Work
In the News
Agents of Change >
TVA-sponsored workshops help conservation partners link actions on land to water health in northern Alabama’s Paint Rock River.
Southern Success >
Tennessee’s business landscape and powerful partnerships position the region for continued prosperity.
A Milestone for Renewable Fuels >
Renewable diesel test at TVA’s Johnsonville plant proves viability of environmentally friendly replacement for fossil fuels.
TVA in Motion
Frequently Asked Questions
TVA is the largest public power provider in the United States, serving more than 10 million people across the seven-state region. In addition to energy production, TVA also provides environmental stewardship, managing 230,000 acres of public land and 40,000 miles of rivers, streams and tributaries, and helping attract good jobs to communities across the region.
TVA is a “wholly owned government corporation” led by a nine-member board of directors. The directors are appointed by the President of the United State and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Jeff Lyash, Chief Executive Officer, oversees daily operations. An independent Office of Inspector General provides oversight.
While TVA is a federal corporation, it receives no federal appropriations. Instead, revenue from the sale of energy supports TVA’s operations. TVA works in partnership with 153 local power companies to deliver residential power with rates lower than 75% of the top 100 U.S. utilities. Industrial power rates are lower than more than 95% of the top 100 U.S. utilities.
TVA utilizes multiple types of energy generation to provide affordable, reliable and increasingly clean energy. This includes the third largest nuclear fleet in the country, 29 power-generating dams, a pumped-storage site, solar energy, coal-powered and gas generation sites. TVA delivered a record 34,577 megawatts Jan. 17, 2024.
TVA aspires to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. More than half of TVA energy production in FY 2024 came from carbon-free sources, including 995 megawatts of solar power. TVA is working to add 10,000 megawatts of solar energy by 2035 and continues to explore advanced nuclear technology and other emerging technology to meet energy demands.
About 11,300 people work directly for TVA. The enterprise has earned numerous employer awards, including #6 in Tennessee by Forbes America’s Best-in-State Employers for 2024, 5-Star Employer by 2024 VETS Indexes and a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability.
Important Initiatives
Mission of Service
Created by Congress in 1933, the Tennessee Valley Authority’s mission remains to serve the people of its seven-state service area and help the region grow and thrive. TVA provides affordable, reliable and resilient power for homes and businesses; manages the Tennessee River system for flood control, environmental sustainability, power production, recreation and economic development; and partners with local and state leaders to recruit industry and help the region prosper.
