News

It’s time again to recognize the best of TVPPA’s best. Nominations for TVPPA’s highest honor, the Richard C. Crawford Distinguished Service Award, are now open. Named in honor of former TVPPA President and CEO Richard C. Crawford who retired in 2004, this award...

    Make plans now to join lineworkers from across the Tennessee Valley to compete and showcase their skills at the 2025 Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo, May 30 & 31 in Murfreesboro, Tenn. This year's rodeo is hosted by Middle Tennessee Electric and...

As our industry moves forward to face new challenges and explore new possibilities, it's important to acknowledge its rich history and commemorate the people who paved the way for a brighter and more equitable future. In honor of Black History Month, TVPPA celebrates...

Start making plans to advance your career in 2025 when you start earning TVPPA's Certified Power Executive certificate. This program is designed to support mid-to-upper level managers as they develop critical leadership and managerial skills directly related to their...

Register today for two important Hot Topics Webinars in January and February.   January 21 Starting in March 2025, TVPPA's membership will have the opportunity to access renewable energy credits (RECs) for sale to their commercial and industrial customers, thanks...

Registration for TVPPA's 2025 All Member Meeting is now open. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 5, from 1-4:40 p.m. at the Marriott Cool Springs in Franklin, Tenn. The meeting will include updates from TVPPA leaders about the association's work on your...

Registration for TVPPA's Valley Utility Workshop on February 27, 2025 is now open. This foundational event is your all-access pass to understanding the heartbeat of public power in the Tennessee Valley. Whether you're processing invoices, managing customer...

Understanding the intricate electrical pathways of power systems begins with mastering the equivalent circuit models of key components. In this advanced course, electrical engineers and distribution professionals will dive deep into the fundamental models of...

Are you ready to connect with leaders across the Valley and deepen your understanding of the region’s challenges and opportunities? Apply now for the 2026 class of the Valley Public Power Leadership Academy (VPPLA) and take the next step in advancing your leadership...

Four TVPPA Members recently earned Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards from the American Public Power Association (APPA). The annual awards recognize excellence in communications from local power providers and other industry organizations nationwide. The...

TVPPA Regular Members are invited to join Elizabeth Whitney of Meguire Whitney, on Thursday at November 7 at 3:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. CT for TVPPA's next Hot Topics Webinar. Elizabeth will provide her expert insights on the potential impacts of this year's presidential...

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) and Nashville Electric Service (NES) recently earned their 2024 Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designations from the American Public Power Association (APPA). APPA's SEP program recognizes utilities for demonstrating a commitment to and...

The 2025 Draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) open houses originally scheduled by TVA for Murphy, NC, and Bristol, VA, were postponed due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene on surrounding communities. TVA announced today that the sessions have been rescheduled, and...

Over the weekend, lineworkers from across the Tennessee Valley competed against some of the best lineworkers from around the world at the International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo in Overland Park, Kan. The event was held October 16-19 at the Overland Park Convention...

In 2023, TVPPA's Research & Development Committee prioritized 15 new projects to receive funding for research. Two of those research projects have come to fruition and the white paper findings are now available for download on the TVPPA website. The two projects...

TVPPA's Education & Training department will launch the inaugural class at its newest training facility in Chattanooga, Tenn. on November 4-8. The first class taught at the new training yard located on the campus of Chattanooga State Community College will be...

TVPPA's Vehicle Incentive Program is returning for General Motors (GM) 2025 model year vehicles. The Vehicle Incentive Program provides TVPPA members with significant savings on vehicles from specific manufacturers each year. To access the 2025 GM Vehicle Incentive...

Dr. Trish Holliday, NES VP and Chief People Officer, shares her insights on creating a culture of civility and belonging during TVPPA’s October Hot Topics Webinar on Monday, October 21 at 3 p.m. ET/2 p.m. CT. Holliday brings an astute understanding of human...

TVPPA's Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Danette Scudder was recently honored with the Women's International Network of Utility Professionals (WiNUP) Outreach, Achievement, Knowledge (OAK) Award. The Oak Award honors a WiNUP member with at least 10...

On September 27, 2024 TVA released its draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and a draft Environmental Impact Study. The initial draft IRP was created following intensive input from a diverse group of stakeholders representing a wide variety of perspectives. Over...

TVPPA members located in the upper northeast portion of the Tennessee Valley were severely affected by Hurricane Helene which dumped record amounts of rain, resulting in what has been categorized as a "hundred-year flood," ravaging their communities. Some of these...

Hiring and retaining top talent is high on the list of the many complex challenges LPC leaders face today. TVPPA's highly interactive training class, Leaders First, Culture Second: Inclusion – The Way Forward, was designed with those leaders in mind and with the goal...

Registration is now open for TVPPA's Utility Customer Experience Conference (UCX), taking place November 13-15 at Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort. UCX is dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement. Our event experience encourages you to dive...