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and small business customers are protected from cost
increases tied to these projects.
Georgia is seeing robust economic momentum, and
the investments from large load customers are helping
us plan better, build smarter, and keep rates stable for everyone. In fact, this growth is helping us keep base rates
frozen for the next three years (storm-related costs from
storms like Hurricane Helene are handled separately.)
This is smart growth— and we see it working.
PK Plant Vogtle Units 3 & 4 have been online for some
time now, how are they running? Do you have any
plans for new nuclear in Georgia?
KG We marked the first anniversary of completing Vogtle 3 & 4, with Unit 4 entering commercial operation last
April. These were the first newly constructed nuclear
facilities in the U.S. in over 30 years, and both units are
running exceptionally well. Plant Vogtle is now the largest generator of clean energy in the country, expected to
serve Georgia for up to 80 years.
This year also marks 50 years of nuclear energy in
Georgia, with Plant Hatch reliably powering the state
since 1975. While we don’t have plans for new nuclear
projects right now, we’re reinvesting in our existing fleet
and tracking emerging technologies like small modular
reactors. Long term, nuclear energy must be part of the
plan for the nation.
PK Georgia Power has been around for 140-plus
years. What does innovation look like for a company
still delivering essentially the same product as when
you started?
KG While electricity itself hasn’t changed, the way we
generate, deliver and serve it has evolved dramatically—
and innovation is at the heart of that transformation. For
more than 140 years, Georgia Power has been here for
our customers, our communities, and our state, and we
continue to be innovative for them.
Across our business, we’re deploying smart grid
technologies, modernizing our hydroelectric fleet, and
exploring cleaner energy solutions like hydrogen blending at Plant McDonough-Atkinson. These efforts reflect
our promise to be here for Georgia— not just today, but
for generations to come.
PK If you drive through many areas of Georgia, you’ll
see more and more solar panels. How do you see solar
energy growing in the Peach State?
KG You’re right, Georgia is a top 10 state for solar development, and adding renewable energy remains central to our planning process and cultivating a diverse
generation mix. Working with the PSC, we’ve focused
on developing responsible solar programs that protect
reliability, control costs, and keep rates low. Our 2025
IRP outlines up to 4,000 MW of new renewables and
a total portfolio of approximately 11,000 MW by 2035,
along with thousands of megawatts of battery energy
storage systems to support reliability and enhance
solar value. We’re also helping customers meet their
sustainability goals through programs like CARES and
community solar.
PK Georgia Power prides itself on citizenship and
community engagement. Why is that important and
what’s been your favorite way to give back recently?
KG More than 100 years ago, Georgia Power coined the
mantra “A Citizen Wherever We Serve.” That spirit of
service is still alive today and is deeply embedded in our
culture. It’s more than just a phrase, it’s a promise. We believe our communities should be stronger, more vibrant,
and more resilient because we’re here.
Last year alone, our employees and retirees gave more
than 100,000 hours of volunteer service. Through our
company foundation and employee giving, we contributed $34.7 million to support more than 1,000 organizations
across Georgia. These aren’t just numbers— they represent real impact in the places we live and work. Our employees are neighbors, coaches, mentors, and volunteers.
We call Georgia home, just like our customers, and
we’re proud to stand beside them in service. Our commitment to citizenship is a cornerstone of how we’re
here for georgia and here for you.
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