Environmental groups take PSC to court over Georgia Power data center expansion

Environmental and faith groups have initiated legal action against Georgia Power, filing a petition in court to challenge the Public Service Commission's approval of the utility's expansion plans. The groups contend that the PSC violated state law by approving new power resources, largely driven by projected data center demand, without adequate proof of their necessity. They argue that this overbuilding for data centers, many of which have not yet finalized contracts with Georgia Power, could unjustly burden other ratepayers with increased electricity costs. This move marks an escalation of the ongoing conflict surrounding energy infrastructure and data center development in Georgia. The groups are seeking a judicial review to determine if the regulatory body adhered to state requirements in its decision-making process for approving the power resource additions.