By David Markiewicz, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, February 21, 2010
The state Public Service Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings Monday and Tuesday in Georgia Power’s fuel cost recovery case.
If the utility gets what it’s asking — $3.9 billion to cover its cost of coal, natural gas and nuclear fuel for the next 14 months, plus $683 million in under-recovered past costs — the typical residential customer will pay nearly $7 more each month on his electric bill.more
Georgia PSC
By Angela Speir Phelps
Most Georgians realize the impact energy bills have on their family’s budget, especially at this time of year when our natural gas bills rise. But what many may not realize is that last year, the Governor’s Office of Consumer Affairs completely defunded the Consumer’s Utility Counsel (CUC), a branch of the executive office that spoke up for average Georgians during the billion dollar utility cases being decided by the Public Service Commission (PSC). Read the rest of this entry »
By Angela Speir Phelps
The phrase “a chicken in every pot” was a slogan used during Herbert Hoover’s presidential campaign in 1928. A year later, the Great Depression began. We are very blessed that we are not suffering as those who came before us did, but it’s tough times these days. Read the rest of this entry »
The Georgia Public Service Commission decides what are fair and reasonable rates for services under its jurisdiction. It must balance Georgia citizens’ need for reliable services and reasonable rates with the need for utilities to earn a reasonable return on investment. The commission protects consumers’ interests while abiding by legal standards in setting rates. All matters scheduled for public hearing are heard by the commissioners or in special cases, by an appointed hearing officer in open session. Read the rest of this entry »
A major focal point of the Consumer Energy Program is a ground-level campaign to emphasize cases that will come before the PSC. Knowing our PSC members and staying updated on pending cases will ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in the decisions being made by the Commission that impact our environment and the economy. Every time you turn on your lights, pick up a phone or set your thermostat, the PSC has had some impact on that service and its cost. Check back periodically to see our positions on the following cases.
Doug Everett - PSC Chairman
Commissioner District 1
deverett@psc.state.ga.us