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Southern Company

Gulf Power is a U.S. investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power Company is headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, and has a service territory that spans 7,550 square miles (19,600 km2) in 10 counties and 71 towns in northwest Florida. Gulf Power has approximately 428,000 customers in Florida.

Gulf Power

The Southern Co is a holding company, which engages in the generation and sale of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Traditional Electric Operating Companies, Southern Power, and Southern Company Gas. The Traditional Electric Operating Companies segment refers to vertically integrated utilities that own generation, transmission and distribution facilities, and supplies electric services in the states of Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi. The Southern Power segment constructs, acquires, owns, and manages generation assets such as renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market. The Southern Company Gas segment distributes natural gas through natural gas distribution facilities in the states of Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, Tennessee, and Maryland. The company was founded on November 9, 1945, and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Southern Company surpasses 2022 targets, faces Vogtle project delays

Southern Company excelled in 2022 with strong financial performance and operational achievements.
Challenges include project delays, lower industrial sales, and credit metric impacts.
Opportunities lie in cost benefits from lower gas prices, management continuity, and credit agency actions.
Strategic investments in clean energy and a focus on long-term EPS growth support future prospects.

Southern Company reports Q1 earnings dip, Vogtle progress on track

Southern Company's Q1 2023 performance reflects mixed results with challenges in industrial sales offset by growth in retail and positive dividend news.
The company remains focused on Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 progress, aiming for operational milestones and financial stability post-completion.
While facing financial guidance adjustments and Unit 4 timeline uncertainties, Southern Company is optimistic about future growth opportunities and cost efficiencies.
Confidence in achieving a competitive risk-adjusted return and industry leadership underscores the company's strategic vision and commitment to shareholder value.

Southern Company surpasses Q2 earnings estimates, eyes dividend growth

Southern Company's Q2 2023 performance exceeded expectations, driven by favorable weather conditions and successful project milestones at Plant Vogtle.
The company's strengths lie in its commitment to reliability, customer-centricity, and potential dividend growth, supported by strategic capital investments.
Challenges include lower industrial sales, meeting operational timelines, and balancing cost management with growth initiatives.
Opportunities in renewable energy, Georgia's economic development, and technology advancements position Southern Company for sustainable growth and value creation.

Southern Company reports strong Q3 earnings, eyes sustainability and energy innovation

Southern Company's Q3 2023 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and a focus on sustainability. Despite challenges with pending litigation and regulatory uncertainties, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in energy innovation and potential dividend growth. By actively exploring green hydrogen and expanding its carbon-free generating capacity, Southern Company demonstrates a commitment to long-term sustainability and growth.

Southern Company excels in 2023, faces rate growth challenges

Southern Company's strong financial performance in 2023, coupled with key achievements and customer recognition, positions it well for growth. While facing challenges in rate base growth trajectory and debt funding, opportunities in EPS growth and rate decreases offer potential. Managing load growth impact and uncertainties in Georgia PSC elections are key focus areas for the company.

Southern Company excels in Q1 2024, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q1 2024 showcased strong financial performance, marked by increased EPS, dividend growth, and successful commercial operation of Plant Vogtle Unit 4. The company benefits from a robust retail sales increase, a strong labor market, and a strategic focus on future growth opportunities. However, challenges around regulations, nuclear energy adoption, and data center impacts require careful navigation.

Southern Company excels in Q2, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q2 2024 performance reflects strong financial results and operational achievements, positioning the company for future growth.
With a focus on execution, customer value, and community support, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities.
Challenges in maintaining growth momentum and operational efficiency require strategic planning and proactive risk management.
Overall, Southern Company's performance, strengths, and opportunities indicate a positive outlook for continued success and value creation.

Southern Company reports resilient Q3 earnings amidst Hurricane Helene impact

Southern Company's Q3 performance reflects resilience and growth, despite challenges posed by Hurricane Helene's significant costs.
The company's strategic strengths lie in its financial stability, disciplined growth approach, and commitment to customer service.
While facing challenges from severe weather events, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for future growth and market expansion.
Overall, Southern Company's Q3 earnings call highlights a balanced focus on financial performance, operational resilience, and strategic growth initiatives.

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ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced that Andrew W. Evans, executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer, announced his plans to retire.

Southern Company Announces Retirement of Chief Financial Officer Andrew W. Evans; Daniel S.

ATLANTA, Aug. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hurricane Henri threatens the Northeast Coast, Georgia Power is responding to support affected utilities as part of the mutual assistance network. More than 100 Georgia Power personnel are traveling north towards Hartford, Connecticut.

Georgia Power crews move north to assist with Hurricane Henri recovery

ATLANTA, Aug. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer temperatures across Georgia continue to climb, Georgia Power is reminding customers to review their current rate plan and select the one that best fits their lifestyle. The company is committed to providing options and information that puts customers in control of their budget and power usage.

Georgia Power encourages customers to review their current rate plan as summer temperatures continue to climb

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southern Company Gas partners with Grammy® award-winning singer, Chauncey Black of Blackstreet to launch the "No Diggity" Safe Digging Campaign.

Southern Company Gas partners with Chauncey Black of Grammy® Award-Winning Blackstreet to launch ‘No Diggity' Safe Digging Campaign

ATLANTA, Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary and national leader in MicroGrid solutions, announced today Dat Tran has been named president of PowerSecure, leading the executive team and reporting to the CEO, effective August 16, 2021. "PowerSecure's distributed infrastructure business is experiencing significant growth and Dat's commercial and transaction experience will be essential to the company's continued success as he serves in this dedicated role of working with our leadership," said Chris Cummiskey, CEO of PowerSecure.

Dat Tran named president of PowerSecure

ATLANTA, Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power crews are responding to scattered outages this morning as a result of heavy rain and gusty winds associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred. As of 11:00 a.m.

Georgia Power crews responding to scattered outages as remnants of Tropical Storm Fred bring heavy rains, gusty winds to state

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ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Storm Fred is expected to cross into Georgia on Tuesday bringing with it the potential for heavy rains and gusty winds. Georgia Power encourages customers to monitor local weather conditions and keep safety first as inclement weather moves in.

Georgia Power offers tips and outage resources for customers ahead of expected impacts from Tropical Storm Fred

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ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company, via its technology incubator, has closed a deal to spinout Cloverly, the leading Application Programming Interface (API) for carbon offsetting. Cloverly announced the closing of the successful $2.1 million seed round in June and Southern Company retains a minority ownership stake in the company.

Southern Company completes successful spinout of carbon offset startup Cloverly

ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With Georgia experiencing temperatures well above 90 degrees in spots this week, Georgia Power urges customers to act to minimize the impact of higher temperatures and increased energy use on electric bills. The company is committed to providing information and choices that give customers the options they need to reduce energy use and save money every day, whether customers rent or own their homes.

Georgia Power offers tips to help customers save money, energy during sweltering summer heat

ATLANTA, Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power and Georgia 811 continue to work together to raise awareness for National 811 Day on August 11 ("8-11").  Georgia Power wants to remind customers to do their part to prevent dangerous and disruptive accidents by contacting 811 before digging.

Georgia Power, Georgia 811 team-up to raise awareness around National 811 Day

ATLANTA, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, in collaboration with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Southern Company, marked the opening earlier this year of the first Ash Beneficial Use Center (ABUC). The ABUC will host pilot projects and lead continued testing of technologies to potentially further develop useful products from recycled coal combustion products (CCPs) such as coal ash.

Georgia Power, Electric Power Research Institute open Ash Beneficial Use Center

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), is collaborating with Alabama Power to provide Protective's Birmingham headquarters with 100% renewable energy. With Protective's Birmingham-based workforce of 1,500 in a 620,000-square-foot building on Highway 280, Protective and Alabama Power are working together to support innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. Through forward-th

Protective to Power Birmingham Headquarters With 100% Renewable Energy, Collaborates With Alabama Power

ATLANTA, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures across the state reaching well above 90 degrees recently and hot days expected next week, Georgia Power is reminding customers that the company offers energy assistance programs to those in need of help paying or reducing their monthly energy bill. Assistance when you need it Georgia Power offers energy assistance programs in communities across Georgia and has established partnerships with nonprofits, community and faith-based organizations to assist income-qualifying customers with their energy costs.

Georgia Power offers customers help paying bills

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ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A collaborative project between Southern Company Gas, Electro-Active Technologies and T2M Global to advance a technology for production of clean hydrogen from waste has been selected for funding by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. The DOE awarded Southern Company research and development $1 million for the project to advance next-generation clean hydrogen technologies and support its recently announced Hydrogen Energy EarthShot initiative, which aims to reduce the cost of and accelerate breakthroughs in the clean hydrogen sector.

Southern Company Gas, Electro-Active Technologies and T2M Global announce collaborative project to accelerate progress in clean hydrogen

ATLANTA, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With a recent increase in reports regarding scams and fraudulent phone calls by criminals posing as Georgia Power employees, the company is reminding customers to be aware and follow simple tips to avoid being a target. Georgia Power urges customers to be cautious when contacted by an unverified person claiming to be a Georgia Power representative.

Georgia Power reminds customers to be vigilant, follow simple tips to avoid common scams

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The Southern Company (SO) CEO Tom Fanning on Q2 2021 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Southern Company's (SO) total electricity sales during the second quarter were up 5.7% from the same period last year.

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Southern Co. (SO) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 6.33% and 4.05%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2021. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Southern Co. (SO) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

ATLANTA, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today reported second-quarter 2021 earnings of $372 million, or 35 cents per share, compared with $612 million, or 58 cents per share, in the second quarter of 2020. For the six months ended June 30, 2021, Southern Company reported earnings of $1.51 billion, or $1.42 per share, compared with earnings of $1.48 billion, or $1.40 per share, for the same period in 2020.

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