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The Southern Company (SO) generates a steady flow of news through its electric and natural gas subsidiaries, regulatory filings and capital markets activity. As an energy provider serving approximately 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond, its announcements often focus on generation projects, regulatory decisions, financing transactions and community initiatives. Investors and observers following SO news can see how the company’s strategy unfolds across electric utilities, natural gas distribution and related infrastructure businesses.
A significant portion of recent coverage centers on Georgia Power, the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company. News items describe developments in nuclear energy at Plants Hatch and Vogtle, including long-term operation milestones and the role of Vogtle’s four units as a major source of clean energy. Other releases highlight natural gas generation projects such as new combustion turbine units at Plant Yates, as well as integrated resource plans that outline thousands of megawatts of new gas-fired generation, battery energy storage and solar-plus-storage resources.
Regulatory and rate-related news is another key theme. Georgia Power’s agreements with the Georgia Public Service Commission’s Public Interest Advocacy Staff, multi-year rate plans and certifications of new resources are detailed in press releases and Form 8-K filings. These items explain how base rates, earnings ranges and large-load customer contributions are structured to manage customer bills while funding substantial capital investments.
Southern Company news also includes capital markets transactions, such as the pricing and issuance of equity units that combine stock purchase contracts with remarketable senior notes. In addition, subsidiaries like Southern Company Gas and Georgia Natural Gas issue releases about community support, energy assistance programs and charitable grants. By following SO news, readers can track developments in nuclear and gas generation, grid and transmission upgrades, regulatory outcomes, financing decisions and community engagement across the Southern Company system.
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.
Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) announced major transmission upgrades across South Metro Atlanta to improve reliability and meet growing demand. Key projects include the Ashley Park 500/230 kV substation and >10-mile 230 kV lines expected complete in spring 2026, and the new Ashley Park–Wansley 500 kV transmission line, a 35-mile connection from Ashley Park to Plant Wansley with survey work started, clearing and grading beginning Q1 2027, construction in Q3 2027, and completion expected Q2 2028. The work is part of a PSC‑approved 10‑year transmission plan (IRP) that includes >1,000 miles of new transmission to enhance efficiency, resiliency, and support long‑term growth for Georgia's 2.8 million customers.
Alabama Power (NYSE:SO) said it will keep all regulated retail rate components steady through 2027, providing customers predictability while continuing investments in grid reliability. The company delayed implementation of previously approved adjustments for the new Lindsay Hill generation facility until 2028 and will absorb that facility's costs in 2027 rather than deferring them. Alabama Power noted it has reduced operating expenses by about $100 million since 2017 and will continue efficiency and storm-resilient infrastructure investments. Customers may still see bill changes based on usage; assistance tools are available at alabamapower.com/save.
Georgia Power (NYSE: SO) and the Atlanta Falcons launched the Light Up the Holidays Contest running Nov. 28–Dec. 27, 2025 on Georgia Power's Instagram.
Customers may enter Nov. 28–Dec. 12 by following @ga_power, commenting on the Nov. 28 post, tagging two friends, and posting an original festive photo with hashtags #GeorgiaPower and #ShowYourGlow. Finalists are announced Dec. 15; public voting runs Dec. 15–22; the winner is announced Dec. 27.
Prizes include a Grand Prize with four sideline Falcons tickets, a $5,000 Georgia Power charity donation, a $600 hotel VISA gift card, energy savings kit, and Falcons items; additional cash-for-charity and fan-package prizes awarded for 2nd and 3rd–5th places.
The release also lists LED, wiring, timer, heater and ladder safety tips and energy-efficiency recommendations and links to GeorgiaPower.com/Efficiency for more tips.
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