Data center

Georgia Power is asking state energy regulators to certify 9,900 megawatts of new power-generating capacity. Environmentalists say it would rely heavily on harmful fossil fuels.

An Atlanta-based environmental advocate is criticizing the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ decision to pause state reviews of new data center proposals.

The Public Service Commission held a third public hearing Monday on Georgia Power’s integrated resource plan.

Georgia Power forecasts a 13,140 MW demand spike by 2025, driven by data centers. PIA staff urge cutting 2,000 MW, citing insufficient evidence for the increase.

Facebook is investing $750 million over the next five years to build a huge data center outside of Atlanta.Gov. Nathan Deal held a news conference…