TVA Renews Energy Councils for Another Two Years Smoothly
Published Date: 9/18/2025
Notice
Summary
The Regional Energy Resource Council and Regional Resource Stewardship Council are getting a two-year extension to keep doing their important work. These groups help guide energy and resource decisions that affect communities and the environment. No big changes or costs are expected, but their continued advice means smarter energy choices ahead!
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Two‑Year Extension of TVA Advisory Councils
The Regional Energy Resource Council (RERC) and the Regional Resource Stewardship Council (RRSC) may continue for additional two‑year periods under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA). These councils will keep advising on energy and resource decisions that affect communities and the environment, and the notice says no big changes or costs are expected from the extension.
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