What contribution does TVA make to the Valley economy?
TVA s most important contribution is keeping power rates competitive. This helps attract industries that bring good jobs to the region. Low power rates also give Valley residents more money to spend on other goods and services. TVA also supports economic development, primarily by helping communities help themselves. That assistance includes stimulating capital investment, creating jobs, improving business and workforce productivity, bringing communities into the Information Age, supporting small-business incubators, and promoting sustainable development throughout the region. See TVA Economic Development for more information. In addition, the TVA system of waterways allows many types of bulk goods to be shipped by barge, reducing transportation costs for Valley businesses by some $500 million each year and compelling other types of shippers to keep rates competitive. For an overview of the many types of contributions TVA makes to Valley communities, see Community Relations. See the TVA
