The Tennessee Valley Authority

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is a federally owned corporation established in 1933 to improve the economic development of the Tennessee Valley region. It provides essential services such as electricity generation through dams and power plants, flood control, navigation, and environmental management. TVA played a key role in modernizing infrastructure, promoting regional growth, and offering affordable electricity to homes and businesses. It operates as a public utility, balancing economic needs with environmental and community well-being, helping to transform the Tennessee River Valley into a more prosperous and sustainable area.