"Middle Tennessee Power Demand Surges: How Residents Can Conserve Energy"

The Tennessee Valley Authority is anticipating another peak power demand in Middle Tennessee due to subzero temperatures, prompting electric companies to ask customers to conserve energy by lowering thermostats, postponing use of large appliances and hot water, and turning off non-essential lights and appliances. TVA officials have completed over 3,400 winter readiness activities to avoid rolling blackouts, and are urging energy conservation measures to manage the increased demand.