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Memphis News Archive
TVA’s Pro Bono Legal Services Help Memphians in Need
TVA recently announced that it has launched its first pro bono program, Generating Justice, to provide free legal assistance in local communities.
STEM Grants for K-12 Tennessee Valley Educators Now Open
STEM Classroom grants are back for the 2020-21 school year. Applications are open now and close October 16.
Retirees Donate to Feed more Memphians
The TVA Retirees Association, Memphis Chapter, made a donation of $10,000 to the Mid-South Food Bank. This donation builds off the $100,000 contribution TVA made last fall to create six Healthy School Pantries in local schools.
TVA Statement on the RFP Process
TVA respects and supports MLGW’s decision to pursue an RFP as it looks to its long-term energy supplier. We are excited about the opportunity to put the facts on the table and prove that our partnership with MLGW is the best option.
Welch in Memphis Business Journal's 40 under 40
TVA is pleased to announce the selection of Community Relations Program Manager, Latrivia Welch, into the Memphis Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 class of 2020!
Partners in Sustainability
Sustainability remains a key area of focus at TVA. Read the new Sustainability Report for a progress report on the partnerships that build a stronger, more sustainable future.
More Value for Memphis
Memphis is important to TVA. We are prepared to act on TVA’s proposals and partner with MLGW and the City to deliver up to $2 billion of value over the next 20 years to the people and businesses of Memphis.
Choose Savings, not Rate Increases
TVA estimates MLGW would end up spending approximately $261 million a year more if it leaves TVA, likely boosting rates by over 20%.
TVA Water Trail Maps Now at Bass Pro at the Pyramid
Vacation planners in the Memphis area can find inspiration for a beautiful getaway by checking out TVA’s set of water trail guides, which can now be found stocked at the downtown Bass Pro.
TVA Spruces Up UL, NAACP Buildings To Boost Home Uplift Program
TVA’s EnergyRight® group is working with non-profit agencies in Memphis, supporting efforts to bring more weatherization services to town through the Home Uplift initiative.
MLGW & TVA Partner for $400,000 Donation to Memphis COVID-19 Response
TVA and MLGW will partner with Memphis-area nonprofit organizations to donate $400,000 in support of initiatives that address hardships created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Economic Development Success in Memphis
Helping businesses to locate, stay or expand their operations in the Memphis area is part of TVA’s mission. Since 2012, TVA has worked with Memphis to help attract or retain 40,300 jobs and over $5 billion in capital investments.
Time to Choose Facts, not Wishful Thinking
TVA believes the public power model is the best value and most affordable option for electricity in Memphis and across the Valley. We are committed to making sure Memphians have all the facts, despite promises of savings from others.
Help for Memphians with High Energy Bills with LIHEAP
TVA EnergyRight® has joined with local power companies to launch a resource that helps Memphis families in need find information more easily about federal funds available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
TVA Celebrates More Ways to Reduce the Energy Burden for Memphis Residents
TVA and key representatives from the community participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of TVA’s Mobile Unit Weatherization Training Lab.
Experienced attorneys show lower-income Memphians ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way’
Attorneys and other professionals recently partnered to help qualifying lower-income individuals in the Memphis area with estate planning.
TVA Partners with Greater Memphis Chamber to Support Supplier Diversity
An important part of TVA’s mission of service is maintaining a competitive, diverse supplier base that is reflective of The Tennessee Valley region.
TVA Invests in Memphis-area Transmission Project
Reliable power is what we depend on for home, work and school. It brings businesses and jobs to our area.
Amazon Creating 1,000 New Jobs in Memphis with State-of-Art Facility
A new state-of-the-art Amazon fulfillment center in Memphis will create 1,000 new full-time jobs, thanks in part to the partnership between the State of Tennessee, local governments and organizations, economic development agencies, MLGW and TVA.
Memphis Leaders Attend Allen Tour and Info Session
Community leaders from all corners of Memphis gathered on a cold January day recently to get a first-hand look at the old Allen Fossil Plant site and its surrounding coal yards, now empty and quiet.
