EV Data Project with UT/UTC
November 26, 2024

During the 2024 Seven States Annual Meeting in October, a team from the University of Tennessee Knoxville and University of Tennessee Chattanooga provided a unique demonstration of EV charger analytics to inform infrastructure deployment. Panelists Dr. Mina Sartipi (Executive Director, TN-Chattanooga Research Institute, UTC), Jennifer Fritts, Director of Advancement Engineering & Technology, UTC), Medhi Khaleghian (PhD Candidate, UTC) and Victoria Hirschberg (AVP of Research, Outreach & Economic Development, UTK) presented updated information about the current distribution and adoption of EVs and EV chargers throughout the Valley in collaboration with the Fast Charge Network TN initiative. 


The initiative began in 2022 and has a goal of funding the installation of a network of fast charging stations every 50 miles along Tennessee’s interstates and major highways. According to the panelists, there are now over 61,000 EVs on U.S. highways which represents a 40% increase year over year. 


In March 2023, there were 14 fast charger stations online, at 8 different sites; of those, 14 were in TN. Today, we are receiving data from 90 fast charger stations at 41 different sites across the Valley. Each charging station is operating and sending data about utilization and demand to analysts. Together with other chargers Seven States has installed since 2018, the UTC research team analyzed data from 120 charging stations across the Seven States footprint. This information helped the team understand current EV charger utilization, behaviors of EV drivers, predict emerging utilization patterns, and measure location-based greenhouse gas savings on the Valley’s generation mix. 


Seven States’ very own Joe Knox is at the forefront of this collaboration. His work with UTC’s team has resulted in a published paper on EV data trends in the Valley. This project is an example of Seven States moving beyond the delivery of technology, and developing a data driven understanding of how to optimize innovation that meets the emerging demands for energy supply. For more information on the UTC Research Institute click here. 


By Jessica Bradshaw June 9, 2025
Seven States Power Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Shumpert as Vice President of Public Relations. Shumpert brings over two decades of experience in growing the capacity and impact of multiple organizations within both the public and private sectors. With both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Public Administration, Shumpert brings a distinguished background in executive leadership, having guided regional economic development initiatives and directed comprehensive communication strategies across diverse platforms. Her experience includes successfully managing media relations and fostering strong partnerships. In her new role as Vice President of Public Relations, Shumpert will spearhead efforts to increase the organization’s impact, deepen stakeholder engagement, and advance the mission of empowering LPCs to meet growing consumer demand for technology and innovation in an evolving utility landscape. “We are thrilled to welcome Kim to our team,” said Betsey Kirk McCall, Seven States President & CEO. “Her proven ability to build meaningful relationships and communicate with purpose aligns perfectly with our vision for growth and engagement.” Shumpert joins Seven States at a pivotal time in the energy industry. Her leadership will play a crucial role in supporting Seven States Power Corporation’s ongoing commitment to leveraging technology to design, develop, and deploy forward-thinking energy solutions in partnership with LPCs and the communities they serve.  Seven States Power Corporation is a trusted partner to 153 local power companies across the Tennessee Valley, delivering customized energy and generation solutions and supporting community success through technology and innovation. To stay up to date on Seven States projects, announcements, and news, subscribe to our newsletter .
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