TVA requests temporary power conservation from EPB customers

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has asked EPB to urge customers to reduce power usage.

This request began at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, 2025 and will be in effect until further notice.

EPB encourages all customers to take simple steps that will help ease strain on the grid and keep energy bills in check.

Here are the recommended ways to reduce energy use during this period:

• Set your home’s thermostat to 75–78ºF.
• Close window coverings on the sunny side of your home.
• Avoid using hot water when possible.
• Delay using major appliances until further notice.
• Turn off pool pumps.
• Cook using a microwave, air fryer or an outdoor grill instead of the oven.
• Turn off everything when you leave a room.
• Use fans to keep air moving. Make sure ceiling fans rotate counterclockwise.

EPB says they will send a notification as soon as TVA lifts the request and regular energy use can resume.