TVA sets new record to meet power demand for second straight year amid freezing temperatures
The new record comes after TVA spent $430 million in fiscal year 2024, which ended Sept. 30, enhancing the reliability of its hydroelectric dams, coal and gas plants. At the John Sevier Combined Cycle Plant in Rogersville, the winter readiness changes include heated cables and insulation to keep pipes from freezing.
TVA sets new all time power demand record, thanks Tennessee Valley region
As the coldest temperatures so far this winter settled into the region this week, the Tennessee Valley Authority’s reliable and resilient power generation system met the highest peak demand in the agency’s over 91-year history.
TVA sees increased power demand as freezing temperatures sweep across the region
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) saw a high power demand Tuesday morning as temperatures dropped across the region. The TVA said they saw demand at approximately 32,040 megawatts. In 2024, TVA reported peak power demand reached a record of 34,562 megawatts.
TVA provides record-breaking power demand
The peak power demand comes after the TVA invested $430 million in the 2024 fiscal year to enhance the reliability of their hydro, gas and coal fleets.
TVA asks customers to reduce power usage amid arctic temps
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and other electric providers are asking customers to voluntarily reduce their electric usage. On Tuesday, Bristol Tennessee Essential
TVA: Power demand reaches new all-time record Wednesday morning as temperatures plummet
The Tennessee Valley Authority said power demand reached 35,319 megawatts while the system temperature dropped to around 11 degrees.
TVA asks residents to reduce energy usage due to cold weather
The Tennessee Valley Authority has asked the Knoxville Utilities Board to ask customers to reduce their energy usage as cold temperatures are causing an increased power supply demand.
TVA asks customers to conserve energy during winter weather conditions
The Tennessee Valley Authority asks customers to lower their power usage this week as winter weather conditions hit the area.
TVA reaches all-time high energy demand with over 35,000 megawatts, officials announce
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TVA peak power demand record broken amid cold temperatures
On Wednesday morning, the Tennessee Valley Authority delivered the most electricity they ever had in their 90-plus year history.
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The peak period, TVA said, is typically between 7 and 10 a.m. when people are getting up and starting their day.