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Renting your business space doesn’t mean you’re powerless when it comes to saving energy. In fact, tenants often have more influence than they realize — especially when the conversation focuses on shared benefits, such as cost savings, comfort and long-term value. Whether you’re looking to lower monthly bills, improve working conditions or enhance reliability, energy […]

Running a small business means watching every dollar. Rent, payroll, inventory and marketing — it all adds up fast. But there’s one line item that’s often overlooked: energy costs. Utility bills can eat into margins, and unlike other expenses, they don’t go away on their own. The good news? Energy efficiency upgrades offer one of […]

Proven strategies for building performance, budget control and resilience in commercial environments. Commercial energy efficiency is often framed as a daunting, high-stakes challenge. Rest assured, your energy goals are attainable. The key is to start with what you can control, lean into collaboration and let quick wins fuel your long-term strategy. In a recent panel […]

Stop thinking of your local power company as just another bill to pay. Start thinking of them as one of your competitive advantages. Rethink what your utility can do for you. In today’s high-stakes operational environment, energy is more than a line item — it’s a strategic lever. But most facilities treat their local power […]

When the temperatures rise, so can your energy bills — but they don’t have to. With a few smart upgrades and efficiency moves, your business can stay cool without overheating your budget. Here are some energy-saving tips to reduce business energy use. 1. Tune up your HVAC system. Your HVAC system works harder in the […]

When you think about growing your business, energy efficiency probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But what if it should be? Whether you’re running a boutique, a print shop, a restaurant or a commercial office space — every dollar counts. Energy efficiency isn’t just about cutting costs. It’s a smart strategy that […]

The 2025 TVA Industrial Summit brought together hundreds of energy leaders, facility managers, engineers and sustainability professionals from across the seven-state region to explore the power of industrial energy management, incentives and strategic approaches. Here are five key takeaways you don’t want to miss. 1. Incentives are a game-changer for industrial energy management projects. TVA […]

When you’re running a large facility, energy efficiency can fall lower on the priority list — until your energy bill spikes. That’s where TVA EnergyRight® steps in with a no-cost opportunity that can deliver real value: a free, engineer-led energy assessment for industrial and commercial customers. If your business has an electric demand of 1 […]

The air crackled with excitement as students, teachers and the community gathered at Journey Coleman School in Memphis, Tennessee. This was no ordinary Friday — it was a celebration of heritage and progress. The TVA EnergyRight’s School Uplift event coincided with the school’s Black History Month program, creating a powerful fusion of past and present […]

Sustainability and energy efficiency are no longer just buzzwords; they’re vital to successful business operations. Companies prioritizing these initiatives see significant improvements in their bottom line thanks to reduced operational costs and enhanced employee engagement. In our recent webinar, “Unlock Energy Savings: How Top Companies Benefit from Employee Engagement,” industry experts Clay Hoover from TVA […]

In our webinar, “Unlock Energy Savings: How Top Companies Benefit from Employee Engagement,” industry experts discuss innovative energy-saving programs and incentives available to businesses.  Here are some of the key insights that came out of this conversation with Clay Hoover, PE, Senior Program Manager, TVA EnergyRight® for Business and Industry, who recently sat down with […]