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The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) voted 3-2 against a motion to reconsider Georgia Power's 10,000-megawatt expansion plan, which aims to meet growing energy demand from data centers. Commissioner Peter Hubbard's motion sought to decertify a 797-megawatt resource, citing high costs and insufficient customer contracts.

Hubbard expressed concerns over potential financial burdens on Georgia families and small businesses if anticipated demand does not materialize. The expansion plan, approved in December 2025, is projected to cost $15.6 billion and will primarily support data centers. Georgia Power claims the expansion will ultimately lower rates for residential customers.