Southern Company

Southern Company is a major utility provider in the United States, serving approximately 9 million customers across multiple states. The company operates a vertically integrated model for electric utilities in three states and natural gas distribution utilities in four states. Its generating capacity totals 50 gigawatts, primarily serving customers in Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. Southern Company’s subsidiaries, including Southern Power, manage significant assets in natural gas generation and renewable energy, totaling 13 gigawatts, with a focus on long-term electricity sales contracts. The company also engages in the construction, acquisition, and management of power generation facilities, which include a diverse mix of hydroelectric, fossil fuel, nuclear, solar, wind, and biomass sources. Additionally, it maintains a vast network of natural gas pipelines and storage facilities, ensuring reliable gas distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial users. Southern Company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and has been operational since 1945.