Georgia Regulators To Consider State’s Energy Future

Georgia Power, the biggest electric company in the state, will present its long-range plans for generating electricity.

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Next week, state regulators will hear about the future of energy in Georgia.

Georgia Power, the biggest electric company in the state, will present its long-range plans for generating that electricity.

It’s a process that’s closely watched by many, including consumer and environmental activists, who often have lots of thoughts on what Georgia Power is proposing.

WABE environment reporter Molly Samuel joined Sam Whitehead on “Morning Edition” to discuss what to expect from the hearings.