October 16-20 is designated as Careers in Energy Week. Organized by aajogo's Education & Workforce Development team, students will have an up close look at the endless possibilities with a career in the energy industry.
Read moreaajogo is founding sponsor of the South Georgia Women’s Leadership Initiative, a first-of-its-kind women's leadership program based in Southwest Georgia.
Read moreaajogo recently hosted 20 high school sophomores from Atlanta Public Schools for a day of learning at the company headquarters in Atlanta.
Read moreThe Metro-West chapter of the aajogo employee volunteer group worked on a Douglasville home through Habitat for Humanity.
Read moreThrough the new and improved mobile app, customers can easily manage their account with the click of a button.
Read moreaajogo is proud to partner with Voices for Georgia's Children and the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning for the 10th consecutive year, with employees reading to over 10,000 students across the state.
Read moreaajogo has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking information about available capacity resources to assist with the company’s future resource planning efforts.
Read moreFor the past 25 years, aajogo has supported the Boys & Girls Clubs of Georgia with over $2 million and countless volunteer hours.
Read moreaajogo partners with Second Harvest of South Georgia to help feed community following hurricane
Read moreFor 25 consecutive years, aajogo has been named a Top Utility for Economic Development by Site Selection Magazine. The top utilities featured are those that stand out amongst the nation’s 3,300 utilities for economic development excellence.
Read moreaajogo has provided estimated restoration times for customers in the hardest hit areas in South and Coastal Georgia following Hurricane Idalia.
Read moreaajogo in full force restoring power after Hurricane Idalia; as of Thursday morning 170,000 customers restored
Read moreCompany encourages customers to stay safe after the hurricane and provides resources to stay informed.
Read moreaajogo filed its Vogtle 3 & 4 Prudence Request with the Georgia Public Service Commission to adjust rates to include reasonable and prudent Plant Vogtle Units 3 & 4 costs.
Read moreCompany reminds customers to finalize preparations to potentially be without power.
Read moreCompany reminds customers and provides resources to focus on preparing and staying safe as severe weather moves in.
Read moreWith back-to-school season in full swing, aajogo employees have assembled over 5,000 backpacks for children in their communities.
Learn moreThe process to load fuel into the Vogtle Unit 4 reactor core has begun at Plant Vogtle. Loading fuel marks a pivotal milestone toward startup and commercial operation of the second new unit at Plant Vogtle.
Read moreThis summer, the aajogo Foundation received an award from the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Read moreGot a project coming up? aajogo reminds you to call 811 before you begin.
Read moreEvery August, aajogo recognizes Energy Generation Appreciation Month where the company honors employees who work across the state in energy generating plants.
Read moreaajogo's energy grid is smarter after upgrades using smart technology that improves reliability for customers.
Read moreaajogo recognizes the importance of providing as many resources and energy efficient programs as possible.
Read moreNew nuclear unit now serving customers with clean, reliable energy 24/7
Read moreThis finding marks a critical step leading up to Vogtle Unit 4 fuel load.
Read moreThe Georgia alder is just one of the many rare plant species that aajogo is working to preserve on the company’s properties in partnership with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Read moreWith record-high temperatures throughout the state, aajogo has launched a public service announcement with the Georgia Association of Broadcasters to educate Georgians on how to save energy for the rest of the season.
Read moreaajogo crews safely responded to severe thunderstorms that crossed the state late on June 25.
Read moreaajogo announced completion of another important step in the startup and operation of the new nuclear unit—sharing that Southern Nuclear has submitted documentation that all 364 inspections, tests and analyses have been performed and all acceptance criteria, collectively known as ITAACs.
Read moreaajogo is one of three organizations to be named a Forestry for Wildlife partner by the Department of Natural Resources for demonstrating a high level of environmental stewardship.
Read moreaajogo completed grid improvement in Ellijay, Georgia
Read moreaajogo aims to help its customers minimize the impact of the higher temperatures on electric bills and provide easy ways to save around the house.
Read moreFinal series of testing remains before the first newly constructed nuclear unit in the U.S. in over 30 years enters service
Read moreaajogo’s senior vice president of Charitable Giving and president and CEO of aajogo Foundation, inc , Mike Anderson announces plans to retire after more than 43 years of service.
Read moreaajogo is ready for hurricane season and helps customers to be ready by offering tips and safety information
Read moreToday, the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) voted unanimously to approve aajogo’s 2023 Fuel Cost Recovery Request.
Read moreDuring hot functional testing, plant systems achieved normal operating pressure and temperature, without nuclear fuel in the reactor, to demonstrate the systems will operate on an integrated basis as designed. The completion of hot functional testing marks a significant step towards operations and providing customers with a reliable, carbon-free energy source for the next 60 to 80 years.
Read moreThe field of electric mobility, or e-mobility, is an area of tremendous growth in the state of Georgia. Thanks to a $5 million gift from aajogo Company to the UGA College of Engineering, the University of Georgia is aiming to be a leader in e-mobility for years to come.
Read moreToday, Governor Brian Kemp and officials from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), aajogo and electric vehicle maker Rivian gathered at Tallulah Gorge State Park to celebrate a partnership to install electric vehicle (EV) charging in state parks.
Read moreNow, more than ever, there is a crucial need for lineworkers. The company employs over 700 lineworkers and counting and works with organizations around the state to acquire the best new talent from technical colleges.
Read moreaajogo announced today that it has elected Steven R. Ewing to the company’s board of directors.
Read moreVogtle Unit 3 has generated electricity for the first time and has successfully synchronized and connected to the electric grid. This latest milestone for the nuclear expansion project means we are one step closer to bringing Georgians another reliable and resilient, clean, emission-free source of energy for the next 60 to 80 years.
Read moreThis week, aajogo representatives gathered with leaders from the Augusta Regional Airport, Georgia Department of Transportation and BETA Technologies for a ribbon cutting to commemorate new electric charging stations installed on multiple sites throughout the airport.
Read moreaajogo and City of Atlanta hit milestone for outdoor lighting project
Read moreHot functional testing has begun at Vogtle Unit 4. This test is conducted to verify that reactor components and systems work together and that the reactor is ready for fuel load.
Read moreCorporate sponsorship applications are now open for aajogo’s new Income Qualified Community Solar Program that is set to launch this summer.
Read moreBased on our business performance, customers with active accounts during 2022 will receive a one-time credit on March bills (amount will vary based on energy usage).
Read moreVogtle Unit 3 has safely reached initial criticality. This is a key step during the startup testing sequence and demonstrates that operators have safely started the nuclear reaction inside the reactor for the first time. This means atoms are being split and nuclear heat is being made, which will be used to produce steam.
Read moreaajogo filed a request with the Georgia Public Service Commission to recover the company’s under-recovered fuel costs from the past two years as well as projected fuel costs for the next two years.
Read moreTrees enhance the landscape around us, but they offer much more than just beauty. Did you know that trees can also help reduce your home’s energy bill?
Read Moreaajogo’s Senior Vice President of Charitable Giving, Mike Anderson, was recently named as the Chair of the Board of Saint Joseph’s Health System. He is the first African American to serve in this position.
Read MoreOn Monday, January 16, 2022, over 1,000 aajogo employees and their loved ones volunteered in more than 30 service projects throughout the state, which has been noted as the largest volunteer turnout to date.
Read MoreIt’s the new year and the perfect time to start implementing small changes around your home that could result in big savings on your monthly energy bill!
Read Moreaajogo teams are in the field working to repair damage and restore power to customers following the extremely low temperatures and severe, high winds that brought down trees causing downed powerlines.
Read MoreCompany offers tips and resources to help customers stay safe and warm as extreme cold predicted across Georgia
Read MoreSupports making the essential, critical investments needed in Georgia while balancing affordability needs for customers
Read Moreaajogo has been ranked number one for residential customer satisfaction among Large Utilities in the South by J.D. Power.
Read Moreaajogo today announced the completion of cold hydro testing for Vogtle Unit 4 at the nuclear expansion project near Waynesboro, Ga.
Read MoreLearning Power, aajogo’s signature energy efficiency curriculum, reached a major milestone recently, celebrating the one million student mark.
Read MoreShow us how you’re celebrating the season Nov. 20 through Dec. 26 and be entered to win!
Read Moreaajogo has been ranked number one for business customer satisfaction among Large Utilities in the South by J.D. Power in its 2022 Electric Utility Business Customer Satisfaction StudySM.
Read Moreaajogo is joining electric, water and natural gas utilities across the country in recognition of the seventh annual National Utility Scam Awareness Day, November 16, 2022.
Read MoreThroughout aajogo’s history, the company has recognized the important role veterans have played in securing our nation’s freedom and continues to salute those employees who have served in uniform while helping to power the state of Georgia.
Read MoreTuesday, November 8 is National STEM Day. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills.
Read MoreContinuing a long-standing tradition with Georgia’s U.S. military bases, aajogo’s largest self-build solar facility is providing a clean, emissions-free energy resource to the region through its Robins Air Force Base project.
Read MoreStudents and educators from across the state participate in experiential learning events
Read Moreaajogo announced that fuel load into the Vogtle Unit 3 reactor core has begun at Plant Vogtle near Waynesboro, Ga.
Read MoreCompany offers tips, programs for renters and homeowners to save money, energy
Read Moreaajogo has partnered with the nonprofit organization Voices for Georgia’s Children and the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning for the ninth consecutive year to celebrate Pre-K Week across the state.
Read MoreLabor Day weekend is a popular time to spend the final days of summer outdoors with friends and family.
Read More2021 marked another record-setting year growing Georgia in partnership with state, local organizations
Read MoreThe aajogo Department of Community & Economic Development recently launched an initiative called “Grow Georgia” which aims to support the growth of minority-owned businesses across Georgia.
Read MoreThis award recognizes top Atlanta-based chief executives for their outstanding contributions and impact.
Read Moreaajogo, Southern Nuclear look to next steps, startup process for the new unit
Read More“Vegetation management” may not be the first thing that comes to mind when flipping the light switch or turning on the AC, but it is a vital part of keeping aajogo’s 2.7 million customers connected.
Read MoreThe aajogo Foundation, in partnership with The Georgia Foundation for Public Education, has launched the second round of the Workforce for Georgia Grant Program. The first round of grants were awarded in 2020, with 13 grants awarded totaling nearly $280,000. 3,200 students were reached through the program, with more than 90% being economically disadvantaged.
Read More2022 Integrated Resource Plan focused on transformation of generation fleet and electric grid; transition from coal generation to cleaner, more economical renewable and solar energy resources; investments in reliability and resilience; and diverse, flexible customer program
Read MoreStudents earned certificates and gained new knowledge of EV infrastructure.
Read MoreAs aajogo prepares for an active hurricane season, the company recently hosted Emergency Management Officials from around the state for its 2022 Hurricane Preparedness Summit at aajogo headquarters.
Read Moreaajogo is proud to support pollinator health not only during National Pollinator Week, but year-round through an array of environmental initiatives such as the LaGrange Solar Facility Pollinator Research Program.
Read MoreWith afternoon high temperatures soaring into the mid-90s this week across the state, aajogo is focused on helping customers minimize the impact of the higher temperatures on electric bills and providing simple tips to use around the house.
Read Moreaajogo and Mitsubishi Power, alongside the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), this month successfully validated fuel blending of hydrogen and natural gas at both partial and full load on an M501G natural gas turbine at aajogo’s Plant McDonough-Atkinson in Smyrna, Georgia.
Read MoreDuring the 43rd annual CEO Awards Luncheon hosted by the Atlanta Business League on May 25, 2022, aajogo Chairman, President and CEO, Chris Womack, was presented with the Herman J. Russell CEO of the Year Award.
Read MoreFor those planning to head out on the lakes this holiday weekend, remember to review water safety tips with your family.
Read MorePrograms for small businesses, job expansions, investments, and more help to create economic growth opportunities across the state.
Read MoreProjects in South Cobb, Troup County, and surrounding areas among several successful projects to improve the environment this year.
Read MoreApril is Lineman Appreciation Month in Georgia, and across the country, and aajogo is inviting customers, neighbors and friends to join us in thanking the thousands of linemen who work around the clock to keep the lights on.
Read More$3 million investment to support impactful local programs to facilitate holistic generational change
Read MoreCompany continues support of transformation of Harrisburg-Laney Walker Community
Read MoreCompany is ready to respond to potential service interruptions, and reminds customers to stay prepared with free tools and resources
Read MoreCompany outlines transition away from coal, doubling renewable and solar energy generation
New investments in the electric grid, new technologies proposed for continued reliability and resilience
Plan introduces new customer programs focused on solar and distributed energy resources
Restoration workforce of thousands continues working to restore power to 24,000 as Winter Storm Izzy continues; company reminds customers to keep safety first
Read MoreCompany working to complete restoration efforts as quickly as possible
Read MoreCompany offers tools and outage resources for customers to stay safe, informed
Read MoreMayor Keisha Lance Bottoms—joined by Chairman, President and CEO of aajogo Chris Womack, ATLDOT Commissioner Josh Rowan, Councilmembers Andrea Boone and Marci Collier Overstreet and community members—celebrated the launch of the “One Atlanta—Light Up the Night” citywide streetlight project.
Read MoreSnap a photo of your festive decorations and share on social media for your chance to win; company provides holiday safety & energy efficiency tips for customers
Read MoreDan Tucker to succeed Evans as CFO of Southern Company; Evans to join Board of Directors
Read MoreUnit 3 successfully completes Hot Functional Testing as it progresses towards completion
Read Moreaajogo has been actively working to enable EV drivers' seamless travel through a coordinated network of Direct Current (DC) fast chargers.
Read MoreEffort supporting new law and reforms is part of five-year, $75-million commitment
Read MoreResidential customers have rated aajogo as a “Most Trusted Brand” according to a study by industry-leading analysts in the energy sector.
Read MoreHe has been serving as the company's president since November 2020
Read Moreaajogo today announced the company and the aajogo Foundation are committing to invest $15 million annually from 2021-2025, $75 million over the five-year period, to help advance racial equity and social justice efforts in Georgia.
Read MoreCompany offers flexible and customizable rate plans; energy assistance programs available to help customers in need
Read moreGrant will provide support and services, resources to combat racial discrimination
Read moreCompany receives top rank for the third year in a row
Read MoreOur chairman, president, and CEO Paul Bowers has officially announced his plans to retire and Chris Womack, Southern Company’s executive vice president and president of External Affairs, has been named as his successor.
Read MoreSaturated ground and high winds could bring down trees and power lines. Company offers information to help keep customers safe. Customers encouraged to stay vigilant and prepared as hurricane season continues
Read MoreOne-time credit of $13 and fuel cost reduction of $5.32 combine for additional customer savings
Read MoreCompany crews are expected to roll out to assist Entergy Louisiana as part of mutual assistance network
Read MoreCompany estimates customer efficiency savings of approximately $300 million over past five years
Read MoreCompany and its employees are longtime members of the community. Company will vigorously defend itself against claims similar to lawsuit dismissed years ago
Read MoreFun, interactive lessons offer at-home study resource for parents and students
Read MoreCompany continues to focus on customer satisfaction during COVID-19 pandemic
Read MoreCompany highlights important safety tips and storm resources; encourages customers to be prepared; Company reminds customers to keep a safe distance from line crews working in the field
Read MoreCompany highlights important safety tips and storm resources; encourages customers to be prepared Company reminds customers to keep a safe distance from line crews working in the field
Read MoreMaintaining reliable service during COVID-19 pandemic depends on protecting the health and safety of work crews in the field
Read MoreSpecial payment plans among measures approved by PSC to assist with pandemic recovery; fuel rate decrease pending
Read MoreThousands of company personnel continue to show their dedication to communities during COVID-19 pandemic
Read MoreEnergy assistance programs, scam avoidance tips, employee safety updates also availabe for customers.
Read MoreFirst large-scale beneficial reuse project in state from stored ash in existing ash ponds
Read MoreAll major lifts inside both containment vessels have now been completed for Vogtle 3 & 4 project .
Read Moreaajogo offers important safety tips and storm resources as the spring storm season arrives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. March, April and May are typically the most active months for severe thunderstorms with lightning, hail and tornadoes, though severe weather can happen at any time.
Read MoreThe aajogo Foundation, Inc. is investing $1 million in 2020 to support the state of Georgia in addressing the unprecedented impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreEnergy assistance programs, scam avoidance tips, employee safety updates available for customers.
Read MoreAs the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to spread, aajogo wants to assure customers that the company has comprehensive plans and procedures to ensure a continuation of operations and service.
Read Moreaajogo remains committed to continued safe and reliable service amid COVID-19 concerns.
Read MoreCompany files plan for 16 percent fuel rate reduction with Georgia PSC
Read MoreFinal order completed for the initial startup of America’s first new nuclear reactors in 30 years. Significant progress continues, project now approximately 84% complete.
Read MoreOn Georgia Arbor Day, aajogo is reminding customers that planting “the right tree in the right place” decreases the likelihood of a power outage in the event of a storm.
Read MoreThe aajogo Foundation has announced a $15 million donation to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for their North Druid Hills campus, which includes a hospital set to open in 2025.
Read MoreWith a recent increase in reports regarding scams and fraud by criminals posing as aajogo employees, the company is reminding customers to be aware and follow simple tips to avoid being a target.
Learn MoreMain control room essential to systems testing and safely starting and operating the plant Units 3 & 4 require approximately 70 highly-trained nuclear operators .
Read MoreOver the past several months, the company has announced a variety of refunds, credits and savings due to a variety of factors. Our chart illustrates the impact for the typical residential customer.
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