MLGW leaving TVA could save $49 million annually, consultant says
When the MLGW board rejected the TVA long-term deal, the opportunity of signing a generational contract with TVA loomed large in the decision. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)
While there are real savings if MLGW buys power outside of TVA, according to EnerVision, it’s not a figure that will transform MLGW or the City of Memphis’ budget, but ratepayers would feel its impact.
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Samuel Hardiman
Samuel Hardiman is an enterprise and investigative reporter who focuses on local government and politics. A native Rhode Islander who lives in Midtown, he enjoys tennis, golf and reading.
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