Customers on our outdoor lighting plans are often powering:
- e.g. Parking Lots
- Street Lighting
- Roadway Lighting
- Corporate & Education Campuses
- Parks
- Stadiums
- Tennis Courts
- Car Dealerships
If your business have different needs—browse All Businesses Rate Plans or try our Business Rate Advisor.
Our rate plans are designed around different lighting systems, ownership models, and usage patterns, under 3 categories of rates to provide flexible options for public and private outdoor lighting applications.
What's the difference?
- Businesses
- Governments & Municipalities
Commercial rate plans with simple, predictable pricing based on the lighting fixtures installed, including service and maintenance.
Outdoor Lighting Service
FIXTURE-BASED PRICING
Provides company-owned and maintained outdoor lighting fixtures for commercial and private property applications.
Best For:
Businesses requiring pole-mounted, flood, post-top, or decorative lighting installations.
Eligibility:
- 2-year contract
- Limited availability for new installations (primarily legacy service)
Energy for Outdoor Lighting
TIME-OF-USE BASED PRICING
A pilot program offering time-of-use pricing for company-owned outdoor lighting systems equipped with smart lighting controls.
Best For:
Customers using smart lighting systems capable of scheduling, dimming, and adaptive control.
Eligibility:
- 1-year contract
- Company-owned lighting with smart control devices installed
- Limited to selected pilot participants
Energy for Outdoor Lighting Service
for unmetered lighting systems
Provides energy service for unmetered outdoor lighting systems, including LED, high-pressure sodium, metal halide, and other approved lighting technologies.
Best For:
Commercial properties, parking lots, campuses, and facilities operating outdoor lighting systems.
Eligibility:
- Unmetered outdoor lighting fixtures
- Company-owned or customer-owned systems
- Varied contract terms, minimum of 2 years
Pricing that varies by time of day, helping you reduce costs by operating lighting during lower-demand hours.
Outdoor Lighting Service – Governmental
for government agencies
Provides outdoor lighting service for federal, state, and local government agencies, including streets, public spaces, and facilities.
Best For:
Municipalities and public agencies requiring company-owned and maintained lighting infrastructure.
Eligibility:
- Federal, State, or Local Government agencies
- 5-year contract
- Energy billed under EOL tariff. See tarrif details.
Roadway Lighting – Governmental
for government agencies
Provides company-owned roadway lighting systems for streets, highways, bridges, and other public thoroughfares.
Best For:
Public roadway lighting maintained by government entities.
Eligibility:
- 5-year contract
- Federal, State, or Local Government agencies
- Energy must be contracted separately under EOL or TOU-EOL
Not sure which rate is right for your business?
Try our Rate Advisor and find the rate plan that best fits your business needs and usage habits.
FAQs & Helpful Resources
What is the difference between Outdoor Lighting Service and Energy for Outdoor Lighting (EOL)?
Outdoor Lighting Service covers the installation, maintenance, and ownership of lighting fixtures and poles, while the Energy for Outdoor Lighting (EOL) tariff covers the electricity used to power those lights.
What electric rate applies to roadway lighting in Georgia?
Roadway lighting for federal, state, or local government agencies typically falls under the Roadway Lighting Governmental (RLG) tariff, with energy billed separately under the EOL or TOU-EOL tariff.
Can businesses install new outdoor lighting under Georgia Power rates?
Commercial customers may qualify for Outdoor Lighting Service depending on fixture type and availability. Some legacy tariffs are limited for new installations, and Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) charges may apply.
What is a Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) for outdoor lighting?
A CIAC is a non-refundable charge that may apply when additional infrastructure, such as poles or trenching, is required to install outdoor lighting service.
Are there time-of-use options for outdoor lighting?
Yes. Under certain programs, such as the TOU-EOL pilot, customers with smart lighting controls may qualify for time-of-use pricing based on when lighting energy is consumed.
Supporting Documents
Riders, Taxes, and Fees
Not applicable to all rate plans
Peak Hours
On-Peak Hours
Occur weekdays, June-September, typically from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., when demand is at its highest.
Off-Peak Hours
All hours not included in a rate’s on-peak period or super-off peak period, including all weekends, July 4th, and Labor Day.
Super Off-Peak Hours
Only available on our Overnight Advantage plan. They occur overnight from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
3 Categories of Rates to Fit Your Outdoor Lighting Needs
Each rate plan is designed around different lighting systems, ownership models, and usage patterns to provide flexible options for public and private outdoor lighting applications.
Fixture-Based
Structured pricing based on lighting fixtures and service provided by Georgia Power.
Designed for company-owned lighting systems supporting streets, roadways, security, and public infrastructure.
Best for government agencies and organizations needing full-service lighting solutions, including maintenance.
Time of Use
Pricing that varies by time of day, helping you optimize lighting costs based on when energy is used.
Designed for smart lighting systems with advanced controls that can adjust usage during lower-demand periods.
Best for customers using smart lighting controls or managing lighting across multiple locations.
Energy Based
Simple, usage-based pricing for customer-owned or unmetered lighting systems.
Applies to a wide range of lighting technologies, including LED and other modern systems installed in accessible locations.
Best for customers who manage their own lighting infrastructure and prefer straightforward energy-based billing.
