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Strength & Stability

The Tennessee Valley Public Power Model delivers unmatched value with low, stable rates. TVA’s competitive service is sustained through disciplined financial management and reduced fuel and operating costs.

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Effective Wholesale Rates Flat, Stable and Low

For past seven years and through next decade

TVA’s Effective Rate will be Lower than it was a Decade Ago

Including base rate and fuel, according to the 2021 projection

Residential Rates are Lower than 70% of the top 100 U.S. Utilities

Based on EIA data for CY 2019

Industrial Rates are Lower than 90% of the top 100 U.S. Utilities

Based on EIA data for CY 2019

Sustained $800 Million

Annual Operating Cost Reductions

$1 Billion Annual Fuel Cost Reductions

Lowest fuel costs in over 10 years

Reduced Total Financing Obligations To $21.4 Billion

From peak-level of near $28 Billion in 1996

Entirely Self-Funded Since 1999