Georgia
Georgia Power customers facing higher bills next year
ATLANTA – Georgia Power customers should brace for higher utility bills in the new year.
The Georgia Public Service Commission approved another rate increase on Tuesday, marking the sixth hike in three years. Starting in January, the average customer’s bill will rise by $5.85.
According to Georgia Power, the increase is part of a long-term plan approved in 2022. The additional revenue will be used to fund ongoing infrastructure projects, address higher fuel costs, and support nuclear power developments.
Earlier this year, Georgia Power customers were hit with a 5% increase when the Plant Vogtle’s fourth nuclear unit came online.
This latest hike continues a trend of rising costs for electricity across the state.