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Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand
Georgia Power seeks approval for a $15 billion plan to add 10,000 megawatts, with 80% dedicated to data centers, amid concerns over cost risks to ratepayers.
Georgia Power says it needs to increase its electricity capacity by 50% over the next six years to meet demand from data centers flooding into the state.
The utility projects the largest percentage increase in electricity demand over the next five years of any region but Texas, with 80% of the new capacity needed for data centers.
Elected commissioners will decide on Georgia Power's $15 billion proposal weeks after voters replaced two Republican commissioners with Democrats criticizing previous rate hikes.