Georgia regulators open probe into data center charges
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ATLANTA — The Georgia Public Service Commission voted Tuesday to open an investigation into whether Georgia Power's largest industrial customers, including data centers on the company's Real Time Pricing rate, have shifted certain fuel and cleanup costs onto residential customers; the action follows a May agreement that slightly reduced residential pass-through of some charges.
The probe follows a spring fuel-cost proceeding and staff filings that projected residential bills could rise by as much as 11% per month by 2028; PSC staff will review RTP allocations and Georgia Power's filings, while environmental advocates and Commissioner Peter Hubbard have urged documentation and potential adjustments, with the investigation determining next regulatory steps.
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Timeline
- 1. This spring: Georgia Power's fuel-cost case raised questions about RTP allocations.
- 2. May: Georgia Power and PSC staff reached an agreement slightly reducing residential pass-through charges.
- 3. Following staff analysis, regulators identified RTP as a potential driver of residential cost increases.
- 4. Tuesday: The Georgia Public Service Commission voted to open a formal investigation into RTP allocations.
- 5. Investigation initiated to review filings, assess offsets, and determine any necessary rate actions.
Why it matters
If you're a Georgia Power customer, you could be affected. The investigation is looking into whether large industrial users are unfairly shifting costs to you. If confirmed, your monthly bill could rise by up to 11% by 2028. Check your bill for any unexpected increases.
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