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Georgia Power's $16B Expansion: Savings or Increased Costs?

12/20/2025

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The Georgia Public Service Commission unanimously approved Georgia Power's $16 billion expansion to add nearly 10 gigawatts for data centers.
The decision, made at a meeting, allows Georgia Power to invest in new gas-burning units and battery storage.
Georgia Power projects $8.50 monthly savings by 2028.
Critics say plan offers no guarantees and could raise costs if data center growth does not materialize.
Protesters cited rate increases and environmental impacts.

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The Georgia Public Service Commission unanimously approved Georgia Power's $16 billion expansion to add nearly 10 gigawatts for data centers.
The decision, made at a meeting, allows Georgia Power to invest in new gas-burning units and battery storage.
Georgia Power projects $8.50 monthly savings by 2028.
Critics say plan offers no guarantees and could raise costs if data center growth does not materialize.
Protesters cited rate increases and environmental impacts.