Environmental Stewardship

TVA serves as a steward of public lands and waters and works across the region to lead habitat restoration, protect sensitive habitats and support endangered and threatened species living in the region.

Flows, Drones and Trains

Hop aboard as a TVA team and their partners help a rare flower recover on the remote Hiwassee River.

Birds on the Brain

Though the days are short, the lack of leaves and rich resources make fall and winter the perfect seasons for birding.

Vital Voices

Stakeholders and public help strengthen TVA’s Integrated Resource Plan.

Keeping It Clean

Students and volunteers board boats to help keep TVA’s Fontana Reservoir clean.

Agents of Change

TVA-sponsored workshops help conservation partners link actions on land to water health in northern Alabama’s Paint Rock River.

A Really Good Day

Elk River restoration reveals thriving rare mussel populations.

Peaceful Paddling

Environmental Justice grants inspire outdoor adventures throughout the Valley region.

The Night Shift

Fast-flying, insect-eating bats matter. Meet the biologists who net them all night to keep tabs on their health.

Got Gates?

What lurks in TVA’s caves? A lot of litter – prompting biologists to gate caves

A Mission to Protect

TVA’s system of dams and reservoirs serve critical role in mitigating flood damage amid Hurricane Helene.

Catching Up With Cupcake

Wild sturgeon offers a behind-the-scenes look at life in the Tennessee River.

Strong and Resilient

Nolichucky Dam and its neighbors begin recovery after epic flood.

Boom Time for Douglas Reservoir

TVA deploys boom to help keep dams and people safe from flood debris.

Floods of the Past

Historical records tell of the Valley’s severe floods – and how the region’s people unite quickly to render aid.

Compass to a Bright Future

TVA seeks public input on its draft 2025 Integrated Resource Plan.

A Focus on Conservation

National Geographic’s Joel Sartore promotes conservation with help from TVA and partners.

Restoration Rocks

Long, strong partnerships bring habitat and endangered boulder darters back from the brink.

A Ticket to Tellico

Clear waters, great bass fishing and a perfect beach make this reservoir a local favorite.

Right Time, Right Place, Right People

New sites give paddlers access to the wondrous waters of Virginia’s remote Powell River.

The Happy Place

Recreation abounds at Tims Ford – and it’s all built from powerful partnerships.