Georgia Power, an electric utility with 2.7 million customers, has received $160 million in funding from the Department of Energy (DOE) through its Grid Deployment Office.
Main highlights
Funding Awarded: Georgia Power has received over $160 million from the Department of Energy’s Grid Deployment Office as part of the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Objective of the Funding: The funding aims to enhance grid flexibility and resilience against extreme weather, ensuring affordable and reliable electricity access for American communities.
Strategic Investments: Georgia Power plans to invest in new grid-enhancing technologies, including dynamic line rating technology and reconductoring of high voltage power lines, to optimize the power transmission system.
Community Benefits: The projects funded will benefit various communities across Georgia, focusing on connecting renewable energy sources, especially in areas that are disadvantaged or have critical electricity needs.
Collaborative Efforts: Georgia Power is engaging with community organizations and stakeholders, including IBEW and various educational and economic development entities, to support the project’s implementation and to provide training on new technologies.
Long-term Commitment: Over the last decade, Georgia Power has invested more than $10 billion in strengthening its power grid, indicating a strong commitment to reliability and resilience in energy delivery.
Impact on Employment: The projects are expected to create high-quality jobs and job training opportunities, emphasizing environmental benefits and support for businesses owned by underrepresented groups.
Future Planning: Georgia Power is committed to sharing insights and best practices with the broader industry to foster continuous improvement and collaboration.
This funding marks a significant step in Georgia Power’s efforts to modernize the state’s energy infrastructure and support sustainable growth in energy production and consumption.