Georgia Governor Brian Kemp lauded Georgia Power’s recent commitment to freeze base rates for the next three years, stating the move will benefit both residential customers and significantly strengthen the state’s appeal for new businesses and investment. “This is good news for Georgia,” Kemp declared at a press conference held at the State Capitol on Wednesday, May 21st. “Georgia’s going to be in a great place.” The governor’s endorsement came alongside the appearance of two Public Service Commissioners, just two days after Georgia Power and the PSC’s Public Interest Advocacy Staff revealed an agreement to maintain current base rates through 2028. This proposed agreement, which is pending approval from the Public Service Commission, would also negate the need for the rate case that Georgia Power had been scheduled to file by July 1st. While the agreement is being praised, it follows a period of rising electricity costs for Georgia residents. Georgia Power has implemented three rate increases over the last three years, driven in part by the surge in electricity demand associated with the rapid expansion of data centers across the state. The rate freeze aims to provide stability and predictability for both consumers and businesses amidst this growing demand.