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We were excited to welcome U.S. Department of Energy Financing official Director Gregory Beard, Mayor Skip Henderson, and other partners to tour Oliver Dam in Columbus, Georgia. The visit gave our partners a firsthand look at how U.S Department of Energy (DOE) investments in energy infrastructure are helping power Georgia’s bright future. ⚡💧
Supported by an Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) loan to Southern Company, modernization efforts at Oliver Dam are extending the life of this renewable energy asset, improving efficiency, and helping deliver affordable, reliable energy to the customers and communities we serve.
By upgrading existing infrastructure, we are strengthening Georgia’s energy future while supporting economic growth, job creation, and long-term resilience. Thank you to the U.S. Department of Energy, local leaders, and everyone involved in making this important visit a success. 🤝 @ENERGY @DOE_EDF
We had a great time connecting with talented students at Savannah State University, sharing insights into careers in the energy industry and exploring the opportunities available at Georgia Power. 🎓⚡ We’re inspired by the next generation of leaders and innovators! 💡
Ready to power your future? 🔗 Visit poweringcareers.com. #CareersInEnergyWeek
When storms hit, ⛈️ our crews get to work. But they’re not alone. ⚡
Thanks to ongoing investments in smart grid technology, we can quickly identify issues, reroute power when possible, and help reduce outage times. 💡🔌
After last night’s severe weather from Isaias, our smart grid technology kicked in fast, helping minimize impacts and keep more customers connected. Hear from one of our linemen about how these innovations are making the grid stronger and more resilient. ⚡
Learn more 👉 georgiapower.com/storm
High winds and heavy rain are continuing to impact Georgia as Hurricane Isaias moves across the state. Our crews are out where it is safe working to assess damage and restore power.
Please keep safety top of mind and remember to never go near a downed power line. Know that we are working around the clock for you.
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Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and tornado threats to Georgia on Friday night and throughout the day on Saturday. Please continue to monitor updates from your local National Weather Service office and reliable media outlets through the weekend.
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Last Saturday, we partnered with @GeorgiaPower to honor Mercy Health Center. For 25 years, Mercy Health Center has provided free, medical, dental, behavioral, and spiritual care to uninsured neighbors across 13 counties of Northeast Georgia.
Mercy's work is made possible by the talent of volunteer doctors, dentists, and counselors, the resources of generous donors, foundations, and businesses, and the servant hearts of thousands of current and former UGA students who have served patients.
Together, they bring excellent care, compassion, and hope to those who need it most.
#GoDawgs | @GeorgiaPower
For some employees at Plant Scherer, the commitment to serving Georgia runs through generations. ⚡
Meet the fathers and sons of Plant Sheerer! They work side by side to keep the power reliable for our customers 24/7- 365. From sharing shifts to building lasting legacies, these families are united by a commitment to safety, service and each other.
"We’re a family here," said employee Steven Charleston, whose son and father-in-law have also been part of the Georgia Power team.
Thank you to the generations of employees who help keep the power reliable for Georgians. 💡
❤️ In a heartbeat, you could be the difference.
This year's Heart Walk was about more than reaching the finish line. It was about creating health and hope for every heartbeat. Every walker, volunteer and donor helped support lifesaving research, CPR education and a future where more lives can be saved.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and took action. Together, we're making a difference, one step at a time.
🤝 Storm response is truly an all-hands-on-deck effort.
When severe weather impacts our communities, employees from across the company step up to support restoration efforts. From damage assessment and field operations to customer service, logistics, communications, and storm support teams, everyone plays a role in helping restore power safely and efficiently.
It takes teamwork, coordination, and dedication across multiple business units to serve our customers when they need us most.⚡ #NationalPreparednessMonth
Great teams are built through continuous learning. 💡
📸 Pictured here is our new training field at our Lawrenceville headquarters, where crews can train, practice safety techniques, and continue learning the trade. These training fields are designed to help employees gain experience, practice safely, and develop the skills needed to meet our customers' energy needs for years to come.
As Distribution Manager Walt Dukes said, “With this training field we are creating an environment where people can learn, practice, make mistakes safely, ask questions, challenge themselves and become better at what they do.” ⚡
By investing in our people today, we're preparing for tomorrow.
🎓 9 graduates. 9 lives changed. Countless futures impacted.
In partnership with Georgia Power, The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce (Athens Achieves), and the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission, we’re excited to celebrate the first graduating cohort of the Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals Program at Athens Technical College! @AthensTechGA
Through this program, justice-impacted individuals and young adults in the Athens community gained valuable workforce skills and industry-recognized credentials, including forklift and AC/DC fundamentals, OSHA-10 safety training, interview preparation, and other essential professional development opportunities.
💡The impact is already being felt: five employers have committed to hiring graduates, with additional employer partners currently engaged in discussions. This program is a powerful example of what can happen when we invest in our communities and create opportunities for people to succeed.
As part of our commitment to developing Georgia’s workforce, we were honored to help support this program and invest directly in these graduates and their futures. ⚡
“On behalf of Georgia Power, congratulations on what you all have achieved. We look forward to seeing what you will do next,” said Andre Person, Workforce Development Manager for Georgia Power. “And I'm leaving you two things: attitude and perseverance. Remember, have a positive attitude and persevere. Push through whatever is in front of you, and I promise you, you'll succeed.”
🚧⚡ If you've been driving around Tucker, Georgia, you may have spotted our crews in the bucket and on the ground, hard at work getting the job done.
We stopped by one of those crews to learn more about their current project and how their work helps us deliver reliable service to our customers. 💡
Meet Cooper, a former participant in our Work-Based Learning (WBL) program and a shining example of the talent helping power Georgia's future. ✨⚡
This Workforce Development Month, we're celebrating the impact of programs that connect students with real-world experiences, career exploration, and opportunities in the energy industry. From classrooms to careers, our Workforce Development team is hard at work across the state, creating awareness, and building pathways to rewarding careers in energy for Georgia students.
Cooper's journey is just one example of how investing in students today helps create the workforce of tomorrow. 💡
Interested in learning more about careers at Georgia Power? Visit poweringcareers.com
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A jersey is more than a number.
Listen as Jessica Dunn and Samantha Bergjans share the story of Ali Waldon.
@mercervolleyball will host their ‘Yellow Game’ on November 13 to honor Ali and raise awareness about osteosarcoma.
Sponsored by @GeorgiaPower
#GoBears #DefendTheDen
⚡ Meet Sunnie, one of our Damage Assessment Coordinators.
When storms impact our system, damage assessment teams are among the first on the scene. Their job is to safely inspect affected areas, identify what caused the outage, and determine what equipment and resources crews need to begin repairs.
The information they collect helps us develop restoration plans and get the right crews to the right locations safely and as quickly as possible.
We're kicking off Workforce Development Month by featuring South Georgia Technical College's Electrical Lineworker Program. ⚡
Located in Americus, the 8-week accelerated program prepares students for careers as entry-level electrical lineworkers through hands-on training and industry-focused coursework. As one of nine Georgia technical colleges recognized through the Electrical Lineworker Apprentice Certification (ELAC) pathway, SGTC is helping build the next generation of energy professionals.
Georgia Power proudly supports this workforce pipeline by serving on the program's advisory committee, helping align curriculum with industry needs, and providing students the opportunity to shadow local crews during Observation Week. Many participants have gone on to join our team full-time, turning classroom learning into rewarding careers that help keep the lights on for our customers.
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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and last Saturday, we teamed up with @GeorgiaPower to celebrate the Impact of Positive Energy by honoring the Cure Childhood Cancer Club at UGA.
The CURE Childhood Cancer Club is an organization dedicated to supporting children and families as they heroically face a cancer diagnosis and treatment. From packing hospital activity bags, providing meals to families during treatment, and fundraising to increase research on specialized treatments such as precision medicine, CURE at UGA engages in a variety of activities to support those undergoing cancer treatment.