HOW WE OPERATE
POWERING GEORGIA
For the 38 EMCs we serve, a significant amount of the power they distribute comes from Oglethorpe Power. Using a diverse energy portfolio, we supply energy that is delivered to millions of homes, businesses and public institutions.
Oglethorpe Power generates electricity for Georgia's electric membership corporations (EMCs) utilizing a diverse portfolio of nuclear, natural gas, coal and hydroelectric resources.
Through high-voltage power lines, electricity is transmitted across Georgia’s electric grid, connecting millions to reliable and affordable energy.
Local EMCs deliver electricity to homes and businesses over separate networks of lower-voltage distribution lines.
GEORGIA'S ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES
Our customers are 38 of Georgia's electric membership corporations (EMCs). These member-owned electric utilities distribute power to their customers: residents, businesses and public institutions. That’s about 4.4 million people across Georgia.
GENERATING FACILITIES
Explore and learn more about our generation facilities across the state.
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Hal B. Wansley Coal-fired Plant*
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Robert W. Scherer Coal-fired Plant
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Chattahoochee Energy Facility
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Doyle Energy Facility
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Effingham Energy Facility
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Hartwell Energy Facility
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Hawk Road Energy Facility
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Sewell Creek Energy Facility
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Smarr Energy Facility
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Talbot Energy Facility
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Thomas A. Smith Energy Facility
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Rocky Mountain Pumped-storage Hydroelectric Plant
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Alvin W. Vogtle Nuclear Plant
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Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant
Hal B. Wansley Coal-fired Plant*
Hal B. Wansley Coal-fired Plant*
Location:Heard County
Type:Coal-fired
Units:Two
Total MW:1,744
Oglethorpe Power MW:523 (Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.)
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:30%
Operator:Georgia Power Company
*Plant Wansley retired in August 2022, following a recommendation by Georgia Power in the company’s 2022 Integrated Resource Plan and subsequent approval by the Georgia Public Service Commission.
Robert W. Scherer Coal-fired Plant
Robert W. Scherer Coal-fired Plant
Location:Monroe County
Type:Coal-fired
Units:Four
Total MW:1,717 (Units 1 & 2 Only)
Oglethorpe Power MW:1,030*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:60% of Units 1 & 2
Operator:Georgia Power Company
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Chattahoochee Energy Facility
Chattahoochee Energy Facility
Location:Heard County
Type:Gas-fired combined-cycle
Units:One
Total MW:466*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Doyle Energy Facility
Doyle Energy Facility
Location:Walton County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Five
Total MW:283*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Effingham Energy Facility
Effingham Energy Facility
Location:Effingham County
Type:Gas-fired combined-cycle
Units:One
Total MW:500*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Hartwell Energy Facility
Hartwell Energy Facility
Location:Hart County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Two
Total MW:306*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Hawk Road Energy Facility
Hawk Road Energy Facility
Location:Heard County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Three
Total MW:487*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Sewell Creek Energy Facility
Sewell Creek Energy Facility
Location:Polk County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Four
Total MW:507*
Ownership:Smarr EMC
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Smarr Energy Facility
Smarr Energy Facility
Location:Monroe County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Two
Total MW:226*
Ownership:Smarr EMC
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Talbot Energy Facility
Talbot Energy Facility
Location:Talbot County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Six
Total MW:682*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Thomas A. Smith Energy Facility
Thomas A. Smith Energy Facility
Location:Murray County
Type:Gas-fired combined-cycle
Units:Two
Total MW:1,317*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Rocky Mountain Pumped-storage Hydroelectric Plant
Rocky Mountain Pumped-storage Hydroelectric Plant
Location:Floyd County
Type:Hydroelectric
Units:Three
Total MW:1,095
Oglethorpe Power MW:817*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:74.6%
Operator:Oglethorpe Power Corporation
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Alvin W. Vogtle Nuclear Plant
Alvin W. Vogtle Nuclear Plant
Location:Burke County
Type:Nuclear
Units:Two (Units 3 and 4 under construction)
Total MW:2,297
Oglethorpe Power MW:689*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:30%
Operator:Southern Nuclear Operating Company
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant
Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant
Location:Appling County
Type:Nuclear
Units:Two
Total MW:1,755
Oglethorpe Power MW:527*
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:30%
Operator:Southern Nuclear Operating Company
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2022 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
WHY RELIABLE POWER MATTERS
We know reliable energy isn’t just a nice idea, it’s a necessity. That’s why we work with our EMC Members to meet their existing and expanding power supply needs, ensuring Georgians have the power they need.
ATTENTION TO SAFETY
We all deserve a safe place to work. To ensure the safety of our associates, contractors and visitors, we’re committed to anticipating hazards, promoting safe work behaviors and reinforcing our “Generate Safety” message.