Program expansion approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission now available 

ATLANTA, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power has expanded a program previously known as the "Income-Qualified Senior Discount" to benefit many more customers who have limited incomes and financial resources. The program expansion follows approval by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) in December 2023, and went into effect on May 1, 2024. Through the expanded program, the company expects to make the discount available to tens of thousands of additional customers each year.

More than $5.3 million donated to over 160 nonprofits in Northern Illinois

NAPERVILLE, Ill., June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicor Gas unveiled its inaugural Community Impact Report that highlights the company's contributions to the welfare and development of the communities it serves through its charitable giving and volunteerism.  The company focuses its efforts in three strategic areas to make a more meaningful impact with its nonprofit partners:  supporting basic needs, protecting the environment and enabling economic opportunity.

Georgia Power offers tips, tools and resources for customers

ATLANTA, June 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures rising and summer heat arriving across Georgia, Georgia Power is working to help customers minimize the impact of the higher temperatures on electric bills and provide easy ways to save around the house.

Simple summer tips to save money and energy include:

Set It For the Season – Keep thermostats to 78 degrees and use fans to keep you feeling cooler. Every degree higher on your thermostat can result in a 3-4% decrease in energy use.Let it Flow – Change standard air filters once a month, or pleated filters once every three months. A clogged filter makes your AC work harder, increases wear on your unit, and uses more energy. Ensure air returns and vents are clear and air can circulate.Chill-Out with Laundry – Wash full loads of clothes with cold water and avoid over-drying. Clean your dryer's lint trap before every load to increase efficiency.Can't Stand the Heat? Get it out of the Kitchen! – Reduce the temperature inside your home by using an outdoor grill or smoker instead of indoor ovens and stoves. Also consider the slow cooker or microwave.Throw Some Shade – Close curtains and blinds during peak hours of the day to reduce extra heat caused by direct sunlight.Fill Your Fridge – Solids and liquids are easier to cool than air. Keep your refrigerator set to the temperature recommended by the manufacturer for optimal performance.Avoid Phantom Energy Loss - Unplug your electronic devices when not in use, use smart power strips, and consider energy-saving settings on new devices like smart TVs.

UNDERRATED Golf Tour will kick-off at the Old Barnwell Golf Course in Aiken, SC, June 21 - June 23

ATLANTA, June 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company has signed on as an official partner of the UNDERRATED Golf Tour, a purpose-driven business endeavor with the overarching commitment to provide equity, access and opportunity to student-athletes from every community by balancing participation in the sport to truly reflect our society.

Strategic contributions to forge a skilled, resilient Virginia workforce

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., June 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) has announced a $620,000 investment in workforce development across southeastern Virginia, underscoring its commitment to community growth and the future of the local workforce. The investment supports organizations recognized for impactful programs and innovative approaches to workforce development, with a special emphasis on young adults, veterans and students at Virginia Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

ATLANTA, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced that Peter (Pete) P Sena III, president of Southern Nuclear, has been elected by the Southern Nuclear Board of Directors to succeed Stephen Kuczynski as chairman and CEO of Southern Nuclear following Kuczynski's retirement, effective June 28, 2024.

After joining Southern Nuclear in 2011, Kuczynski led the existing operating fleet to top industry performance and brought online the first newly constructed nuclear power units in the U.S. in more than 30 years.

ATLANTA, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company (NYSE: SO) today announced the pricing of $1.3 billion in aggregate principal amount of its Series 2024A 4.50% Convertible Senior Notes due June 15, 2027 (the "Convertible Notes") in a private placement to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), reflecting an upsize of $200 million over the previously announced offering size. In addition, Southern Company granted the initial purchasers of the Convertible Notes an option to purchase, for settlement within a period of 13 days from, and including, the date the Convertible Notes are first issued, up to an additional $200 million in aggregate principal amount of the Convertible Notes. The offering is expected to close on May 9, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.

ATLANTA, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company (NYSE: SO) today announced an offering of $1.1 billion in aggregate principal amount of its convertible senior notes due June 15, 2027 (the "Convertible Notes") in a private placement to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). In addition, Southern Company expects to grant the initial purchasers of the Convertible Notes an option to purchase, for settlement within a period of 13 days from, and including, the date the Convertible Notes are first issued, up to an additional $200 million in aggregate principal amount of the Convertible Notes.