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PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT - Assets Subject to Lien (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
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Mississippi Power | Chevron |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |
Net book value of co-generation assets | $ 167

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