An Obscure Utility Calculation Is Putting a Thumb on the Scale for Gas’ in Georgia

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By By Ryan KrugmanNov 14, 2026, 4:55 am107 ptsTrending
As Georgia Power decides on its next generation of grid suppliers, a little-known piece of math may be giving the edge to fossil fuel projects. By Ryan Krugman The growth of data centers and rapid electrification is driving Georgia Power toward another major expansion of its electric grid. The state’s largest…

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