Georgia Power to Share on the Future of Vehicle Electrification at Commissioner Echols’ Virtual EV Showcase

Staff Report

Friday, November 6th, 2020

The 10th anniversary of Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols’ Clean Energy Roadshow concludes with the “Alternative Fuel Vehicle Showcase” in its new, COVID-friendly virtual webinar format at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 5. Georgia Power’s Todd Allums will present on the future of vehicle electrification and how the company plans to electrify its own fleet from the Porsche Headquarters in Atlanta during the virtual event. 

This event features live interactions with manufacturers and will show off the latest in high-tech alternative fuel vehicles, charging, and fueling systems. Those joining the webinar will get to see what’s new in electric, natural gas, and propane vehicles and what Georgia can expect in the next five years. 

The first three Clean Energy Roadshow events of 2020, “How it Works,” “Funding Georgia Clean Energy Projects,” and “Renewable Energy Works in Georgia” were held in August and September. They were attended virtually by nearly 400 people. Free registration for Thursday’s event is available via this link: www.CleanEnergyRoadshow.com/webinars [cleanenergyroadshow.com] 

With more EVs on Georgia highways every day, Georgia Power is committed to assisting customers with their EV energy needs and advancing Georgia as a top EV-friendly state. In addition to developing public charging infrastructure, the company also offers EV charger rebates for business and residential customers, an online calculator to help customers find out how much driving electric may save them and a special rate for EV customers. 

Georgia Power will invest $6 million over the next three years in fast-charging EV infrastructure for the public, further enabling electric vehicle adoption and connecting communities.

To date, Georgia Power has installed more than 45 fast-chargers in locations across the state that are capable of 62.5kW output. The installation represents the newest technology in EV fast chargers, offering charging speeds up to 125kW – adding 100 miles in 12 minutes – dual dispensers and power sharing capability.

Georgia Power is committed to explaining the benefits of EV ownership and making the decision to switch easier than ever. The company is providing customers with the resources they need to learn more about the benefits and potential savings of driving electric. 

To learn more about driving electric with Georgia Power, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com/EV and join Georgia Power’s social EV communities on Facebook and Twitter (@GeorgiaPowerET).