Will Georgia Power add more renewables to its energy portfolio?

Accordingly, Georgia Power is planning for more generation, with ongoing investment into existing power plants, including nuclear, and integration of more natural gas, while adding 4 GW of renewable resources, boosting the proposed portfolio to around 11 GW by 2035. That indicates new additions of 1.1 GW in renewables.

How many megawatts will Georgia Power Add?

Georgia Power seeks to add 9,900 megawatts of new energy resources through a variety of projects. The projects include natural gas generation, battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar power, and power-purchase agreements. The proposal incorporates projects from the 2022 and 2025 Integrated Resource Plans.

How many megawatts of new energy resources does Georgia Power have?

Georgia Power has requested certification from state energy regulators for 9,900 megawatts of new energy resources, including power-purchase agreements, natural gas generation, battery energy storage systems, and solar projects.

Do all solar facilities belong to Georgia Power?

Not all solar facilities you may come across belong to Georgia Power. We have constructed and are operating 16 solar farms and additional demo facilities across the state of Georgia, many in partnership with military installations. The largest, at 128 MW of capacity, is located at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Georgia.

Where is Georgia's largest solar power plant located?

The largest, at 128 MW of capacity, is located at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Georgia. Other facilities add carbon-free energy to the grid and supply renewable energy in support of our Community Solar program. 1. North Georgia

Is Georgia a good place to install solar panels?

Georgia has consistently been in the SEIA Top 10 for solar photovoltaic installations for the past 10 years, and our state has one of the largest voluntary solar portfolios in the country.