Short start to a long process
By Mike Knotts, director of government affairs, Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association Over the past year, you may have read in these pages about your local electric cooperative’s concerns about government […]
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Co-ops take 150 students to DC
A record number of young people from electric cooperative service areas in 43 states — including more than 150 students representing Tennessee co-ops — visited Washington, D.C., in June for […]
Co-ops place near top at TVPPA rodeo
The Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo is a two-day competitive event started in 1998 by and for the employees of Tennessee Valley Authority power distributors. The Rodeo, which includes competitive events […]
Powerful lessons at 4H Electric Camp
Three hundred rising seventh and eight graders from across the state of Tennessee are exploring the world of energy, electricity and the basic sciences at the 2014 4-H Electric Camp. […]
TECA receives National Governors’ Association grant
TDEC and Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association Announce Technical Assistance Opportunity with National Governors Association Center for Best Practices Project Will Focus on Energy Efficiency Opportunities for Rural Electric Cooperatives NASHVILLE […]
Study Rejects Sale of Tennessee Valley Authority
An Obama administration proposal to sell the Tennessee Valley Authority would be a bad business deal that could bump up electricity rates by 13 percent, according to a review by […]
Tennessee among states hardest hit by EPA regulations
Tennessee’s electric cooperatives call for consumers to take action. NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s electric cooperatives express concern following the release of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed guidelines that will limit […]
Take a vacation from high energy bills
Soaring temperatures and sultry summer nights can cause electric bills to skyrocket. This summer, take a vacation from high electric bills by making your home—and your family’s habits—more energy efficient. […]
Light Shopping
By B. Denise Hawkins Bulbs, brands, lumens, and labels — oh my! If you have been gradually making the switch to the new energy efficient lighting choices, you’ve noticed that […]
ACSI scores put Tennessee co-ops among nation’s top
When it comes to customer satisfaction, Tennessee’s electric cooperatives outperform other utilities, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). Based on 2013 ACSI benchmark findings, Tennessee’s electric co-ops’ satisfaction […]
Taking the co-op message to DC
More than 100 Tennesseans joined more than 2,500 co-op leaders from across the nation to participate in the NRECA Legislative Conference on May 4-6 in Washington, D.C. The conference provided CEOs, […]
Practical Pointers for National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month, and Tennessee’s electric cooperatives are joining with the Electrical Safety Foundation International to raise awareness about potential home electrical hazards and the importance of […]
Make Your Yard Work for You
By B. Denise Hawkins Location, location, location is the mantra in real estate, but it also applies to your yard this time of year when the search is on to […]
Cool recipes for hot kitchens
By B. Denise Hawkins Just because it’s hot outside, you don’t have to stay out of the kitchen. Think beyond the backyard grill. And don’t limit your summer fare to […]
Are you ready for midterms?
by David Callis, executive vice-president and general manager If you use the word “midterm” in a conversation with high school or college students, they’ll likely frown about exams they aren’t […]
The buck stops where?
by Mike Knotts, director of government affairs Have you ever wondered where the phrases “the buck stops here” or “pass the buck” actually came from? In January 1953, President Harry […]
Storms leave damage, fatalities [VIDEO]
Severe storms and tornadoes moved through Tennessee overnight Monday, leaving more than 33,000 without power. Crews worked through the night and into the day on Tuesday, restoring service to all […]
National Lineman Appreciation Day
NASHVILLE – The electric cooperatives of Tennessee are recognizing Friday, April 18, 2014, as National Lineman Appreciation Day to honor the hardworking men and women who keep the power on […]
Pickwick EC awarded $1 million development loan
SELMER – USDA Rural Development State Director Bobby Goode today joined Rep. Marsha Blackburn, Pickwick Electric Cooperative President Karl Dudley and other local leaders to announce funding for jobs in McNairy […]
Co-op members targeted in scam
NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s electric cooperatives remind Tennessee residents to be on alert for a telephone scam that continues to plague utility consumers. Scam artists call a home or business posing as a co-op […]
