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Regulatory Matters - GPC Integrated Resource Plan (Details) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2022 USD ($)
GEORGIA POWER CO | Plant Tugalo |
Public Utilities, General Disclosures [Line Items] |
Planned expenses to modernize plant | $ 115

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