Retiree ashamed of TVA affiliation
For more than 25 years, I was proud to represent TVA as a resource planning engineer, helping ensure reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible electricity to the residents of the Valley. For the first time in my life, following the recent board meeting, I am extremely disheartened — even embarrassed — to say I am affiliated with TVA, even as a retiree.
Four decisions approved by an all-male, Trump-appointed board that should give all of us pause.
1. TVA will eliminate all reference to diversity, equity and inclusion in its personnel documents, activities and strategic goals;
2. TVA will eliminate the preference for renewable energy in its acquisition of new resources;