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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Robert W. Scherer Coal-fired Plant
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Baconton Power
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Bobby C. Smith Jr. Energy Facility
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Chattahoochee Energy Facility
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Doyle 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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Washington County Power
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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
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 2023 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Baconton Power
Baconton Power
Location:Mitchell County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units: Four
Total MW:188
Oglethorpe Power MW:47 (Unit 500)
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100% of Unit 500
Operator:PIC Group
*Based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2023 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Bobby C. Smith Jr. Energy Facility
Bobby C. Smith Jr. 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 Planning Reserve Capacity. Numbers are rounded.
Washington County Power
Washington County Power
Location:Washington County
Type:Gas-fired combustion turbine
Units:Four
Total MW:660
Oglethorpe Power MW:308* (Units 2 and 3 only)
Oglethorpe Power Ownership:100% of Units 2 and 3
Operator:Cogentrix
*Capacity will be added to Oglethorpe Power’s portfolio in Summer 2024. Total MWs are based on Oglethorpe Power Total Indicative Summer 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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 2023 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.