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Technologies for Connected Communities
Technology solutions are an essential part of a connected community. Each community is unique, and the “best-fit” technology solutions will vary. Here are some technology solutions your community can consider pursuing in your journey to become more connected.
Example Technology Solutions
Community Energy
- Virtual Power Plant
- Community Solar
- Microgrids
- Smart Energy Community
- Distributed Solar
Connectivity
- 5G
- Wi-Fi 6
- Public Wi-Fi Kiosks
- Smart Poles
- Edge Computing
Transportation
- EV Charging
- EV Public Transit
- Roadway Electrification
- Advanced Shared Mobility
Agriculture
- Agrivoltaics
- loT for Farming
Building Energy
- Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings
- BTM Battery Storage
- Connected Lighting
- Smart Heating
- Building Thermal Storage
- Smart Ventilation
- Smart Windows and Glass
Resiliency
- Plans and Training for Natural Disasters and Cybersecurity
- Communication and Emergency Response Systems
- Emission-Free Generation with Storage
- Resilience Hubs
Economic Development
- Virtual Reality For Workforce Development
Analytics
WATER
- Smart Water Management
- Smart Wastewater Management
ENERGY
- Energy Load Disaggregation
- Building Energy Modeling
MUNICIPAL
- Digital Twin Modeling
Get Connected:
A Technology
Landscape
Learn about 42 key technology applications that can support progress toward more connected communities in TVA’s service region.
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FEATURED PILOT PROJECT
Residential Demand Response Through Connected MHA
Expanding on the Providing Wi-Fi Access & Education to New Affordable Housing Projects pilot project, Phase II will further explore the benefits of connectivity and its relationship with smarter energy management.
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Community Hotspots
With the goal of expanding high-speed internet access to rural Giles County communities, Pulaski Electric System Energize will install public Wi-Fi hotspots across the county.
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