How many MW is a Bess project in Georgia?

As of this week, construction on those projects is officially underway. In total, 765 megawatts (MW) worth of new BESS will be strategically located across Georgia in Bibb, Lowndes, Floyd, and Cherokee counties.

What is a 5G base station?

A 5G network base-station connects other wireless devices to a central hub. A look at 5G base-station architecture includes various equipment, such as a 5G base station power amplifier, which converts signals from RF antennas to BUU cabinets (baseband unit in wireless stations).

Where is Georgia Power's first grid-connected Bess system located?

In February 2024, Georgia Power installed its first grid-connected BESS, the Mossy Branch Energy Facility, a 65 MW system on a couple of acres of rural countryside in Talbot County, north of Columbus, GA. It was approved as part of Georgia Power’s 2019 IRP.

How does Georgia Power work with the Georgia PSC?

Georgia Power continues to work with the Georgia PSC to procure and develop BESS projects across Georgia.

What does Georgia Power do?

“At Georgia Power, we work with the Georgia PSC and many other stakeholders to make the investments required for a reliable and resilient power grid, integrating new technologies to better serve our customers today and as Georgia grows,” said Rick Anderson, senior vice president and senior production officer for Georgia Power.

Is Georgia Power a source of emission-free energy?

Georgia Power’s fleet of hydroelectric generating units is another source of emission-free energy, with some units serving the state of Georgia for more than 100 years.