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 Georgia Power’s senior vice president of Charitable Giving and president and CEO of Georgia Power Foundation, inc , Mike Anderson announces plans to retire after more than 43 years of service.  

Today, the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) voted unanimously to approve Georgia Power’s 2023 Fuel Cost Recovery Request. 

The field of electric mobility, or e-mobility, is an area of tremendous growth in the state of Georgia. Thanks to a $5 million gift from Georgia Power Company to the UGA College of Engineering, the University of Georgia is aiming to be a leader in e-mobility for years to come.

Now, more than ever, there is a crucial need for lineworkers. The company employs over 700 lineworkers and counting and works with organizations around the state to acquire the best new talent from technical colleges.

Vogtle Unit 3 has generated electricity for the first time and has successfully synchronized and connected to the electric grid. This latest milestone for the nuclear expansion project means we are one step closer to bringing Georgians another reliable and resilient, clean, emission-free source of energy for the next 60 to 80 years.

Georgia Power and City of Atlanta hit milestone for outdoor lighting project

Corporate sponsorship applications are now open for Georgia Power’s new Income Qualified Community Solar Program that is set to launch this summer. 

Vogtle Unit 3 has safely reached initial criticality. This is a key step during the startup testing sequence and demonstrates that operators have safely started the nuclear reaction inside the reactor for the first time.  This means atoms are being split and nuclear heat is being made, which will be used to produce steam.

Trees enhance the landscape around us, but they offer much more than just beauty. Did you know that trees can also help reduce your home’s energy bill?

On Monday, January 16, 2022, over 1,000 Georgia Power employees and their loved ones volunteered in more than 30 service projects throughout the state, which has been noted as the largest volunteer turnout to date. 

Georgia Power teams are in the field working to repair damage and restore power to customers following the extremely low temperatures and severe, high winds that brought down trees causing downed powerlines.

Supports making the essential, critical investments needed in Georgia while balancing affordability needs for customers

Georgia Power today announced the completion of cold hydro testing for Vogtle Unit 4 at the nuclear expansion project near Waynesboro, Ga. 

Show us how you’re celebrating the season Nov. 20 through Dec. 26 and be entered to win! 

Georgia Power is joining electric, water and natural gas utilities across the country in recognition of the seventh annual National Utility Scam Awareness Day, November 16, 2022.

Tuesday, November 8 is National STEM Day. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills.

Students and educators from across the state participate in experiential learning events

Company offers tips, programs for renters and homeowners to save money, energy

Labor Day weekend is a popular time to spend the final days of summer outdoors with friends and family.

The Georgia Power Department of Community & Economic Development recently launched an initiative called “Grow Georgia” which aims to support the growth of minority-owned businesses across Georgia. 

Georgia Power, Southern Nuclear look to next steps, startup process for the new unit

The Georgia Power Foundation, in partnership with The Georgia Foundation for Public Education, has launched the second round of the Workforce for Georgia Grant Program. The first round of grants were awarded in 2020, with 13 grants awarded totaling nearly $280,000. 3,200 students were reached through the program, with more than 90% being economically disadvantaged. 

Students earned certificates and gained new knowledge of EV infrastructure.

As Georgia Power prepares for an active hurricane season, the company recently hosted Emergency Management Officials from around the state for its 2022 Hurricane Preparedness Summit at Georgia Power headquarters. 

With afternoon high temperatures soaring into the mid-90s this week across the state, Georgia Power is focused on helping customers minimize the impact of the higher temperatures on electric bills and providing simple tips to use around the house.

During the 43^rd annual CEO Awards Luncheon hosted by the Atlanta Business League on May 25, 2022, Georgia Power Chairman, President and CEO, Chris Womack, was presented with the Herman J. Russell CEO of the Year Award.

Programs for small businesses, job expansions, investments, and more help to create economic growth opportunities across the state. 

April is Lineman Appreciation Month in Georgia, and across the country, and Georgia Power is inviting customers, neighbors and friends to join us in thanking the thousands of linemen who work around the clock to keep the lights on. 

Company continues support of transformation of Harrisburg-Laney Walker Community

Company outlines transition away from coal, doubling renewable and solar energy generation
New investments in the electric grid, new technologies proposed for continued reliability and resilience
Plan introduces new customer programs focused on solar and distributed energy resources

Company working to complete restoration efforts as quickly as possible 

Company offers tools and outage resources for customers to stay safe, informed

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms—joined by Chairman, President and CEO of Georgia Power Chris Womack, ATLDOT Commissioner Josh Rowan, Councilmembers Andrea Boone and Marci Collier Overstreet and community members—celebrated the launch of the “One Atlanta—Light Up the Night” citywide streetlight project.

Dan Tucker to succeed Evans as CFO of Southern Company; Evans to join Board of Directors

Unit 3 successfully completes Hot Functional Testing as it progresses towards completion

Effort supporting new law and reforms is part of five-year, $75-million commitment

He has been serving as the company's president since November 2020

Company offers flexible and customizable rate plans; energy assistance programs available to help customers in need

Our chairman, president, and CEO Paul Bowers has officially announced his plans to retire and Chris Womack, Southern Company’s executive vice president and president of External Affairs, has been named as his successor.

Company highlights important safety tips and storm resources; encourages customers to be prepared; Company reminds customers to keep a safe distance from line crews working in the field

Maintaining reliable service during COVID-19 pandemic depends on protecting the health and safety of work crews in the field

First large-scale beneficial reuse project in state from stored ash in existing ash ponds

Georgia Power offers important safety tips and storm resources as the spring storm season arrives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. March, April and May are typically the most active months for severe thunderstorms with lightning, hail and tornadoes, though severe weather can happen at any time.

Energy assistance programs, scam avoidance tips, employee safety updates available for customers.

The Georgia Power Foundation has announced a $15 million donation to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for their North Druid Hills campus, which includes a hospital set to open in 2025.