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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Call for Pilots Round 2

TVA is excited to announce a competitive funding opportunity for communities within our service region. We are interested in supporting pilot projects that will improve access to digital services, create a healthy natural and built environment, scale economic opportunities, or prepare for natural disasters or cyber threats.

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TVA Can Help Your Community in Four Focus Areas

Equitable Access to Services

Elevates digital equity and inclusion for everyone by supporting the 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 & Environmental Justice

Promotes access to healthy natural and built environments and reliable, affordable, clean energy for everyone in the TVA service region.

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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.

Discover What Technologies Your Community Can Use to Build a Connected Community

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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.

EXPLORE THE PILOT PROJECTS READ THE 2022 ANNUAL REPORT

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.

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Call for Pilots Round 2 Webinar Highlights

Learn about the Call for Pilots Round 2 in this webinar recording from the Connected Communities team. Please watch if you are thinking about applying to this funding opportunity or want more information!

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TVA is Preparing Communities to Prosper

The following sets of resources can help your community on its connectivity journey.

Tools to Understand Your Community Needs

Looking to better understand current conditions or challenges in your community? These tools can help you identify what your community may need to tackle in order to become more connected.

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Resources for Identifying and Implementing Projects

These resources can help you zero in on the types of project opportunities that may be a good fit for your needs.

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Funding Opportunities

Funding is a necessary part of getting a project off the ground, but trying to find the right funding opportunities to pursue may be daunting. Use our resources to help you identify best-fit funding opportunities.

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