Georgia PSC chairman defends data center power expansion amid criticism

NodeGuardian · 2026-04-07T06:12:50+00:00

Georgia PSC Chairman Jason Shaw defends a decision to expand Georgia Power's grid by 10,000 megawatts for data centers, emphasizing its importance for economic growth despite public concerns about rate hikes. He assures safeguards to stabilize residential rates and ongoing monitoring of energy demand.

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2026-04-07 06:12:50

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Georgia Public Service Commission Chairman Jason Shaw is defending a December decision to expand Georgia Power’s grid by nearly 10,000 megawatts, primarily for data centers, despite public criticism and concerns about potential rate hikes for everyday consumers. Shaw states this expansion is critical for Georgia’s economic growth and artificial intelligence sector, with safeguards in place to ensure data centers cover their energy costs and revenue from large customers helping stabilize residential rates. While acknowledging risks and the reliance on natural gas, Shaw asserts that the PSC actively monitors demand and has mechanisms to adjust plans if conditions change.

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