Jackson Energy Authority (Tennessee)

Jackson Energy Authority, a state-owned entity headquartered in Jackson, Tennessee, was founded in 1959, employs approximately 190 individuals, and reported $21.1M in revenue as of 2023. Functioning as a public, multi-utility service provider, it offers a comprehensive portfolio of electric, natural gas, propane, water, and wastewater services. The authority also operates EPlus Broadband, a community-owned fiber optic network that delivers cable TV, high-speed internet, and telephone services to residents and businesses in Jackson and parts of Madison County. Created by a private act of the Tennessee Legislature, Jackson Energy Authority operates as a customer-owned government entity.