ATLANTA, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia
Power's solar programs continue to drive strong solar growth across
the state. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has
ranked the state of Georgia as the
#7 state in the U.S. for 2020 solar photovoltaic installations,
marking the state's place in the top 10 for the fourth consecutive
year. Georgia Power solar installations represent 93% of the solar
additions reported for Georgia in
2020.
Solar expansion continues in 2021 as the Georgia Public Service
Commission (PSC) certified an additional 970 MW of utility-scale
solar through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) on July 6, 2021. The company plans to have
approximately 5,400 MW* of renewable energy resources in its
portfolio by the end of 2025, comprising approximately 22 percent
of the company's generation mix.
For years, Georgia Power has worked with the PSC to develop and
expand cost-effective renewable energy resources and has one of the
largest voluntary renewable portfolios in the country. The company
offers a variety of programs, options, and services designed to
benefit all customers, but does not endorse specific solar
marketers or engage in door-to-door solar sales. If an employee
needs to visit a customer's home or business for some other reason,
they will be in uniform and present a badge with a photo, their
name and Georgia Power logo. They will also be in a vehicle marked
with the company's logo.
"We are proud of our commitment to solar development and the
recognition for Georgia by SEIA as
a leader in advancing renewable energy for the state we call home,"
said Wilson Mallard, director of
Renewable Development for Georgia Power. "We have focused on
growing cost-effective solar and other renewable energy options for
all customers in coordination with the Georgia PSC, and we remind
customers to always confirm critical program and participation
details before signing up for any solar offer."
Solar Programs and Services
Georgia Power's renewable development offerings include innovative
customer programs such as Community Solar, Simple Solar, Customer
Renewable Supply Procurement (CSRP), and Customer-Connected Solar
Program (CCSP).
The company offers a full range of programs and services to
provide customers options for using solar energy to power their
homes and businesses. Customers can learn more about the following
Georgia Power solar programs and contact the company's solar
experts at georgiapower.com/solar.
- Community Solar – Customers who sign up for
Community Solar enjoy similar benefits as residential customers who
own solar panels without having to install a system on their home.
Community Solar allows you to support the development of solar
power in Georgia by subscribing to
a portion of local solar farms. Your family then receives energy
credits on your monthly bill based on the solar farm's
production.
- Simple Solar – Simple Solar gives any interested
Georgia Power customer, residential or business, the ability to
purchase certified Renewable Energy Credits to match a percentage
of their monthly energy usage.
- Solar rooftop installation – For customers who want to
install their own personal solar rooftop generation system, Georgia
Power offers a solar education, consultation, and installation
service, provides interconnection assistance, and has options to
give customers credit for the energy they send back to the power
grid.
- Customer Renewable Supply Procurement – This program
allows commercial and industrial (C&I) customers to support
their sustainability initiatives. Georgia Power will procure new
renewable generation through power purchase agreements (PPAs) for
subscription by C&I customers.
- Customer-Connected Solar Program – This program
allows customers to partner with any solar developer to build a
solar facility on or adjacent to the customer's property. Georgia
Power will purchase 100% of the energy generated.
*REC Disclaimer: Georgia Power purchases only the null energy
output from some renewable generating facilities that have
contracted to sell that energy to Georgia Power. Ownership of the
associated renewable energy credits ("RECs") is specified in each
respective power purchase agreement. The party that owns the RECs
retains the right to use them.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's
premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and
Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's promise to 2.6
million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to
delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates
below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse,
innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural
gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind.
Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its
customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as
an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information,
visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on
Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram
(Instagram.com/ga_power).
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