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TVA proposes new data center power rate starting in October, with 10% average increase
From WTVC- Chattanooga Aug 20, 2026
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority is increasing their electricity rate for data centers as it prepares for growing power demand from artificial intelligence and other large computing facilities across its service territory.
The new standard data center rate takes effect Oct. 1, 2026, according to materials presented to the TVA Board approval.
TVA expects the rate to result in an average all-in billing impact of approximately 10%, phased in over three consecutive fiscal years.
See Full Story on WCTV website here:
TVA invites comments on latest electricity plan through 2050
From the Article by Daniel Dassow,
Chattanooga Times Free Press 6/22/26
The Tennessee Valley Authority on Monday released
the newest draft of a plan to adjust its mix of
power plants and meet rising electricity demand
through 2050, kicking off a month-long public comment
period.
TVA will host a public virtual meeting on July 2 to
provide an overview of the plan, called the integrated
resource plan. Members of the public can register
for the webinar and submit comments through
July 22 at tva.com/irp.
TVA Board of Directors Choose CEO
The TVA Board of Directors selects Mike Skaggs as interim president and CEO. Mike brings decades of experience at TVA and across the nuclear energy industry. He previously served as senior vice president of Operations and Construction at Watts Bar Nuclear Plant and led the completion of Unit 2 in 2016, a historic milestone for American energy.
His steady leadership and deep operational experience will help guide our work as we continue to deliver reliable, affordable energy, serve the people and communities of the Tennessee Valley, and advance the next generation of nuclear power to support America’s energy future.
More: http://tva.me/fylh50YPw5I
A Path For More Energy- An Editorial
The Chattanooga Times ran an Op-Ed on February 15 which was provided by the SEVEN STATES POWER CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS on how they can help bring more power to the Tennessee Valley. The Seven States Power Corporation is a nonprofit electric power generation and transmission cooperative headquartered in Chattanooga, TN. Seven States Power Corporation, a generation and transmission (G&T) cooperative, was designed in 2007 as a way for 150+ local power companies (LPCs) and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to collaboratively solve challenges and enhance the way power is provided across the Tennessee Valley. A key aspect of our formation was the ability to finance utility-scale generation assets, expand energy production, and modernize infrastructure to support the growing grid without increasing TVA’s debt against their ceiling. Read the article on the Seven States website here.
Commissioner Tommy Barnes , Colbert County, AL elected 2026 ATVG President
During the fall meeting in October 2025 in Gatlinburg, Commissioner Tommy Barnes (R) –District 1 Colbert County, AL was elected ATVG President for the upcoming 2026 year. Commissioner Barnes welcomes your questions and participation in issues affecting the Tennessee Valley Authority and TVA counties. Commissioner Barnes may be contacted at:
Commissioner Tommy Barnes (R) –
District 1 Colbert County, AL
3414 E 18th Ave. Sheffield, AL 35660
Phone: 256-284-5852
email: tommybarnes1958@gmail.com
U.S. Dept of Energy Selects TVA to Advance Next-Gen Nuclear Energy
The Tennessee Valley Authority’s application has been selected for a $400 million grant
from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to accelerate the deployment of the nation’s
first Generation III+ Small Modular Reactor at TVA’s Clinch River nuclear site in East
Tennessee. See complete story from TVA.gov here
2026 ATVG Meeting Dates Announced
Mike Arms, ATVG Executive Director, has announced dates for the upcoming 2026 ATVG meetings. Make reservations early! More information to come.
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April 22-23, 2026 Lodge at Paris Landing State Park, Buchanan TN
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July 29-30, 2026 Brasstown Valley Resort, Young Harris GA
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October 27-28, 2026 Courtyard Marriott Downtown, Gatlinburg TN
National Association of Counties Spotlights East Tennessee
The National Association of Counties recently published an article spotlighting Eastern Tennessee Counties of Anderson, Roane, and Knox regarding renewed interest in nuclear energy technology. See this interesting article here on the NACO.org website: Eastern Tennessee counties collaborate on nuclear energy ambitions , Article by Charlie Ban, NACO County News Digital Editor.
Articles From the Tennessee Electric Municipal Power Association
ATVG would like to share two interesting opinion articles shared by the Tennessee Electric Municipal Power Association and published recently by the Chattanooga Times Free Press. Click on the article below to view.
Opinion: Protecting our investment in power – Doug Peters,
TVPPA
Opinion: TVA is the opposite of broken – Stephen E. Farner,
Laborers’ International Union of North America