AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUtility Regulation: Georgia Democrats won control of the Public Service Commission for the first time in 30 years, pledging to tackle rising bills and scrutinize data center expansion. Gov.-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms has called for a pause on new projects. Data Center Costs: OpenAI says it will pay the full electricity and infrastructure costs of its future campuses, avoid secret deals with local officials and publish plans for power, water and noise impacts. The commitments follow widespread voter opposition to data center proposals, including in Georgia. Business Recovery: North Georgia businesses face a long recovery after severe flooding, with more than 80 people rescued in affected communities. Logistics Investment: Walmart plans a new Georgia fulfillment center expected to create 1,000 jobs, while the Georgia Ports Authority and Gov. Brian Kemp marked the opening of an inland port in Gainesville.
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