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Regulatory Matters - GPC Nuclear Construction Cost and Schedule (Details) - GEORGIA POWER CO - Plant Vogtle Units 3 And 4 $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2024 USD ($)
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Total project capital cost forecast | $ 10,732
Net investment as of end of the period | (10,649)
Remaining estimate to complete | 83
Estimated cost to complete, costs not shared with other owners | 1,200
Capitalized interest accrued | 440
Twenty Fifth Vogtle Construction Monitoring Report |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Guarantor obligations | 1,700
Customer refund | $ 188

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