Polar Opposites
By David Callis, Executive Vice President and General Manager The ice has melted, and burst water lines are repaired. Little evidence is left of the record cold weather — other […]
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Entries by Trent Scott
Cooperative response to State of the Union
(ARLINGTON, VA) — Jo Ann Emerson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), made the following statement regarding the President’s State of the Union speech this evening. “Electric […]
Extreme Winter Weather Will Push Energy Bills Higher
The extreme winter weather conditions being experienced in the Tennessee Valley in January have resulted in record energy usage that will ultimately impact end-use power consumers through higher — perhaps […]
NRECA Responds to EPA letter
Co-ops: Access to All Options in Energy Policy Critical to Reliability, Affordability (ARLINGTON, VA) — Jo Ann Emerson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), today drew attention […]
2014 General Assembly
The Tennessee Legislature will tackle several major issues in 2014, all while attempting to adjourn earlier than it ever has. In order to accomplish this, the members of the General […]
TVA sets second highest winter peak
Tuesday, Jan. 7, was an all-time record energy day for TVA using 703 gigawatt-hours over the 24 hour period. That equates to an average hourly demand across the entire day […]
Stay safe in extreme cold
A blast of extremely cold weather is set to cover Tennessee in the next few days. To stay safe during this winter storm, the Red Cross urges people to follow […]
Have a safe holiday season
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful—particularly when it comes to keeping your kids safe through parties, presents, travel, and meals. Follow these tips […]
Co-op members targeted by scam
NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s electric cooperatives are warning residents to be on the alert for a telephone scam targeting utility consumers. Scam artists call a home or business posing as a co-op or utility […]
2013 Annual Meeting
NASHVILLE – The 72nd annual meeting of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association was held Sunday – Tuesday, Nov. 24 – 26, at the Nashville Airport Marriott. The theme of the […]
Ice Storm Impacts [UPDATED]
Tennessee’s electric cooperatives are closely monitoring a significant winter storm that will likely create power outages across West and Middle Tennessee this weekend. Ice can create widespread damage to trees […]
Green Giving
Energy efficient shopping, baking, and decorating holiday tips Hosting a “green” holiday takes a little planning and effort, but the payoff can help your budget stay out of the red. […]
Don’t Take the Merry Out of Your Christmas
Before your family puts up a tree or hangs the stockings this holiday season, start a new tradition. Put safety at the top of your list. Too often the twinkling […]
What’s under the hood
By Mike Knotts, Director of Government Affairs My first car was a 1965 Ford Mustang. My parents bought it for me, even though they were actually buying the same car […]
The Power of Potential
By David Callis, Executive Vice President and General Manager When you ask boxing historians to rank the hardest punchers of all time, Rocky Marciano is usually near the top. One […]
Conover recognized for conservation efforts
Friends of Radnor Lake, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the natural integrity of Radnor Lake State Natural Area, recently announced that TECA’s Robin Conover was the recipient […]
TECA Telecom brings broadband to neglected rural Tennessee
TECA Telecom is helping to bring broadband Internet to Tennessee thanks to a partnership with the National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative. This partnership allows TECA member systems to make satellite internet […]
What member ownership means
by David Callis Executive Vice President and General Manager The more you use a phrase, the more apt you are to experience weariness or fatigue with it. We experienced this […]
Rules of the game
by Mike KnottsDirector of Government Relations Sport is a great metaphor for life and does a fantastic job of relating important lessons. Not only does participating in your favorite game […]
Protect Electronics, Prevent Hazards
Big-ticket electronics, such as televisions, computers, and gaming consoles, are at the top of many holiday wish lists—but safety may not be. Purchasing, installing, and operating these items safely protects […]
