How TVA Helps Communities
TVA helps to make life better for the people who live in the Valley region. So much of TVA’s work helps communities thrive! There are 10 million people living in the region – and more moving in every day!
People move here for many reasons:
Reliable, affordable energy — electricity rates in the region are lower than a lot of other areas.
New jobs — TVA works with states and communities to help companies move to the region.
Natural beauty — TVA helps protect natural areas along the river for everyone to enjoy!
People from across the region and around the world enjoy playing on the Tennessee River and the surrounding lands. Learn about recreation on TVA lands and how recreation helps communities.
TVA takes care of thousands of acres of land. There's so much to do, from hiking, camping, mountain biking and more!
The Tennessee River and the smaller rivers flowing into it are great places to enjoy swimming, boating and fishing! Playing on the water is a lot of fun but remember these water safety tips.
The dams built along the Tennessee River didn’t just generate electricity and help control flooding. These dams helped turn the river into a highway where large boats could move goods from place to place. Learn more about how navigation on the Tennessee River helps communities.
Building a Workforce for Tomorrow
TVA needs a lot of workers to be successful. But so do other companies. TVA works with communities, schools and businesses to help people learn skills they’ll need for their careers.