Georgia Power announced on Friday that their first grid-connected battery energy storage system, the Mossy Branch Battery facility in Talbot County, Georgia, is now operational, providing 65 megawatts of battery storage for the state’s power grid. This project was approved by the Public Service Commission as a demonstration to evaluate the feasibility of battery storage as a power source. Kim Greene, Georgia Power’s CEO, emphasized that battery storage will enhance grid reliability, especially during extreme weather events. The Mossy Branch facility marks an important advancement in Georgia’s grid infrastructure, with plans for additional projects like the 265-megawatt McGrau Ford Phase I project in Cherokee County. The PSC is also considering authorizing more battery energy storage system projects in different locations across the state, showcasing Georgia Power’s commitment to evolving and enhancing the state’s power grid.