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While Atlanta is our home, we bring energy to homes and businesses across the country. We’ve made our name as a leading producer of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, and we approach each day as a vital step in building the future of energy. We’re always looking ahead, and our innovations in the industry—from new nuclear to deployment of electric transportation and renewables —help brighten the lives and businesses of millions of customers nationwide.
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    Building the future of energy is a big mission, and we’re honored to take it on. Our values set us apart, and they make us who we are.
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How are you preparing for tomorrow?

Southern Company has expanded our product offerings to provide energy that is clean, safe, reliable and affordable across the entire portfolio of energy sources.
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    We are developing and deploying resilient, sustainable and economical energy solutions you can depend on – no matter the storm.
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    Southern Company’s electric operating company Georgia Power is currently building the first new nuclear units in the United States in the last three decades.
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Our mission to provide clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy is about more than our bottom line. We’re committed to supporting and improving our communities and environment.
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    Across Southern Company, we have never stopped working during the COVID-19 pandemic as we continue to serve our 9 million customers every day.
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Southern Company continues to prioritize the delivery of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy to our customers.
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Innovation

The future needs of our customers demand a company capable of offering every source of energy. Which is why Southern Company has expanded our product offerings to provide energy that is clean, safe, reliable and affordable across the entire portfolio of energy sources. So no matter how you're preparing for tomorrow, we're already building the future of energy today.

Vogtle 3 and 4

Plant Vogtle units 3 and 4 will be the first new nuclear units built in the United States in three decades. The carbon-free nuclear units will be a reliable and economical energy source and are expected to power more than 500,000 homes and businesses.

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Our Vision in Motion

We deliver resilient and sustainable energy solutions that connect people, businesses and future generations to opportunity.

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Federal Partnerships

We are honored to be a preferred energy partner for the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies across the country. Our mission is to provide resilient and sustainable energy solutions that support your organization’s unique energy mandates and increase operational readiness capabilities.

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Research and Development

For more than five decades, Southern Company’s world-class Research and Development organization has remained at the forefront of innovation. The organization’s research portfolio spans technology development for energy production, delivery and use, and is facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system.

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Sustainable Technologies

We are committed to investing in energy-efficient and low-carbon technologies. Through various partnerships, electrification initiatives and industry-leading research and development, we are delivering clean and resilient solutions that meet the needs of customers’ today and in the future.

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