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Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) has safely restored power to more than 214,000 customers impacted by Winter Storm Fern, with remaining outages concentrated in hard-hit North Georgia communities such as Clayton and Cornelia. Crews, supported by contract and partner utility teams, worked around the clock and are converging as roads and conditions improve. The company says its diverse generation fleet—nuclear, natural gas, coal, hydroelectric and renewables—is prepared to meet elevated demand during continued severe cold. Customers are urged to monitor the Outage Map and energy-saving tips at GeorgiaPower.com for updates and bill‑management resources.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) was ranked No. 1 in the electric and gas utilities industry on FORTUNE's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list, recognized for financial soundness, long-term investment value and community commitment.

Key facts: $80 billion in planned investments through 2030, a goal to double current on‑the‑ground investment over five years, and a dividend paid equal to or greater than the prior quarter for 78 consecutive years.

Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) and Southern Nuclear mark 50 years of commercial nuclear power in Georgia, highlighting Plant Hatch (first commercial operation Dec 1975) and Plant Vogtle (expanded with Units 3 & 4 completed May 2024).

Key metrics: avg capacity factor 94% (last decade), >1.2 billion MWh net generation since 1975, Plant Vogtle expected to produce more than 30 million MWh annually, and combined plants contribute $85 million+ in annual property taxes. In May 2025 Southern Nuclear filed a formal NRC license renewal application for Hatch Units 1 and 2 to extend operations by 20 years.

Georgia Natural Gas (NYSE:SO) donated $250,000 to the Heating Energy Assistance Team (HEAT) to support Atlanta and communities across Georgia during the 2025/2026 winter heating season.

The grant will fund direct bill-payment assistance, emergency interventions for eligible households, and enrollment support to connect families with available aid. Georgia Natural Gas said the contribution targets vulnerable seniors, veterans and children and continues a partnership with HEAT that spans more than 20 years.

Georgia Natural Gas is part of SouthStar Energy Services, owned by Southern Company (NYSE:SO). For help or to support HEAT, visit heatga.org.

Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) said the Georgia Public Service Commission approved a plan to procure approximately 9,900 MW of diverse generation and storage to serve projected state growth. The company and Public Interest Advocacy Staff agreed incremental large-load revenue will deliver at least $556 million per year in benefits, equivalent to about $8.50/month or $102/year in savings for a typical residential customer using 1,000 kWh/month. The plan keeps the company's current three-year base rate freeze in place and includes development of combined-cycle natural gas, battery energy storage, solar+BESS and power purchase agreements.

Georgia Power noted a pipeline of nearly 30 large-load projects, more than 3 GW of new customer contracts filed this year, and cited statewide economic investment of $26 billion and > 23,000 private-sector jobs tied to recent development.

Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) and the Atlanta Hawks are expanding the HBCU Pathways program for a fourth consecutive year to provide paid, 10-week internships and career pathways for HBCU students in Georgia. Since 2023 the program has supported 21 students; the 2025 cohort offers 8 internship spots across departments including Brand Communications, Digital Marketing, Sales, Event Operations and Analytics. The application window closes Jan. 16, 2026. Georgia Power has donated $5.5 million+ to HBCU initiatives; Southern Company's broader commitment totals $50 million.

Southern Company (NYSE:SO) announced it was ranked No. 1 in the United States on the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Employers list on Dec. 16, 2025. This is the company's second time earning the top spot, reflecting its hiring, retention and support programs for veterans and military spouses.

Southern Company cites long‑standing recruitment, career development and transition assistance, partnerships with military organizations and a recent agreement with the United States Army Reserve Private Public Partnership in August. The company also noted recognition on related lists, including No. 2 on the 2026 Military Friendly Employer list and a Gold Employer for Military Veterans designation from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) received the turbine and generator for new Unit 9 at Plant Yates, advancing construction of three simple-cycle combustion turbines (Units 8–10) that together will provide 1,300 MW of capacity. Unit 9 components include a Mitsubishi Power M501JAC turbine and a Mitsubishi Electric VP-X generator rated at 583 MVA and with reported efficiency of 99%. Unit 8 components arrived in August; Unit 10 components are expected in early 2026. The CTs target operational readiness by end of 2027, use air-cooled designs with ~30-minute start-up, can run on oil as contingency, and have hydrogen-blend capability with future modifications.

Construction is expected to create about 600 temporary jobs and 15 permanent jobs. The project was approved in the 2023 IRP and aligns with additional capacity actions in the 2025 IRP.

Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) reached a stipulated agreement with the Georgia PSC Public Interest Advocacy Staff, scheduled for a PSC vote in December 2025, designed to lower customer costs while enabling ~9,900 MW of new resources to meet rapidly growing electricity demand.

The agreement forecasts at least $556 million in incremental annual revenue from large-load customers, putting downward pressure on rates by about $8.50/month (~$102/year) for a typical residential customer using 1,000 kWh/month; it permits procurement of combined cycle gas, battery energy storage, solar+BESS and power purchase agreements.