The Right Place. The Right People.
Our commitment to economic growth across our seven-state region is stronger than ever. Find out what it’s like to live and work in the Tennessee Valley and get to know our community partners, local power companies, and committed workforce.
The Right Place. The Right People.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) supports a diverse set of target industries that accelerate growth in our region.
Programs & Services
Discover economic development incentives and site location and community services designed to help businesses thrive.
Resources & Tools
Use our interactive mapping and workforce tool to virtually explore available sites and learn more about our robust workforce.
Find Yourself in the Valley Region
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the mighty Mississippi, our resource-rich region covers all of Tennessee and parts of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Virginia.
At the Peak of Our Game
Every year since 2006, Site Selection Magazine has named TVA a top utility in economic development. In 2024, TVA was named top utility provider by Business Facilities. We believe our success stems from our strong regional, state, and community partnerships, and our commitment to serving the ten million residents that call the Valley home.
Our Clean Power Mix
Nearly 60% of TVA’s electricity comes from carbon-free sources and TVA has aspirations to be net carbon-free by 2050. Learn more about our clean power mix and our commitment to carbon reduction.
The Valley is Tops
Our pro-business region is recognized around the world for its high-quality work and welcoming communities. Plus, businesses located in our region benefit from TVA’s competitively priced power rates, which are among the lowest in the nation.
99.999% Reliability
Our region enjoys 99.999% reliability and the lowest industrial rates among peer utilities.
$45.9B
From 2019-2023, TVA supported economic development projects that totaled $45.9 billion in capital investment and created more than 102,000 new jobs while retaining 237,000 jobs. Learn more about our workforce.
10M+
Home to more than 10 million residents, our 80,000 square mile service region spans seven states and is centrally located just 500 miles — about a day’s drive — from 75% of the U.S. population.
Mission of Service
We’re Powering Communities
TVA is a public power energy provider. We provide energy to the 153 local power companies throughout the region who deliver that power to businesses and homes. Public power means we’re not here to make a profit, we’re here to make a difference.
In the News
ROCKWOOL to Expand Operations in Marshall County, Mississippi
ROCKWOOL, an industrial insulation manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Marshall County, Mississippi. Plans for the project include creating 30 new jobs and investing more than $100 million in the company’s facility. Economic development partners include Northcentral Electric Cooperative, Mashall County Industrial Development Authority and Mississippi Development Authority. This project furthers TVA’s mission of…
Charms LLC Announces Plans to Expand Operations in Tipton County, Tennessee
Charms LLC, a candy manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Tipton County, Tennessee. Plans for the project include creating 62 new jobs and investing $97.7 million in the company’s Covington location. Economic development partners include Covington Electric System, Tipton Count Community Development and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. This project furthers…
West Star Aviation to Expand in Hamilton County, Tennessee
West Star Aviation, an aircraft maintenance company, announced plans to expand operations in Hamilton County, Tennessee. Plans for the project include adding 200 new jobs and investing $32 million in the company’s Chattanooga manufacturing facility. Economic development partners include EPB, the City of Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority and the Tennessee Department of…