ATLANTA, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power
has announced the launch of the 2015/2016 Advanced Solar Initiative
(ASI) Distributed Generation (DG) program soliciting DG projects of
varying sizes totaling 100 megawatts (MW). The company will
acquire these solar resources using a combination of
competitive bidding and fixed pricing. Potential
applicants/bidders are encouraged to visit the program website
at https://gpcasidg.accionpower.com for a full description of
available projects.
Georgia Power is offering multiple events to help
applicants/bidders learn more about the program:
- The company will host an informational interconnection webinar
on Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. EDT to outline costs and requirements
of the program. Registration is required at the program
website.
- Separate bidder and program conferences will be held on
July 10, 2015, in Atlanta and via webinar. Registration for both
conferences is required at the program website.
Potential applicants/bidders are also invited to review draft
solicitation documents at the program website and to
provide anonymous comments before Monday,
June 1. All comments will be reviewed by Georgia Power, the
Georgia Public Service Commission Staff and the Independent Monitor
for the ASI program (Accion Power). All proposals and
communication must be through the ASI program website – Georgia
Power will not accept phone, email or written correspondence
regarding the program.
Georgia Power is adding renewable energy as part of a diverse
generation portfolio and fueling the state's momentum as one of the
fastest growing solar markets in the nation. Through its various
solar programs, the company is adding thousands of solar panels to
Georgia's energy
landscape. All of the company's solar resources will have been
procured at costs designed to prevent upward pressure on rates and
ensure that solar offers the most value for Georgia Power
customers. To learn more about Georgia Power's solar programs,
including the ASI and services available for customers considering
solar for their homes or businesses,
visit www.GeorgiaPower.com/solar.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), one of the nation's
largest generators of electricity. Value, Reliability,
Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the
company's promise to 2.4 million customers in all but four of
Georgia's 159 counties. Committed
to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates
below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse,
innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, 21st century coal
and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric
and wind. Consistently recognized as a leader in customer
service, Georgia Power was recently ranked highest in overall
business customer satisfaction among large utilities in the South
by J.D. Power and Associates. For more information, visit
www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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