• Southern Co unit Georgia Power will serve OpenAI’s planned AI facility in Effingham County, Georgia, under a 25-year electricity agreement.
• OpenAI expects the site to require about 3,200 MW of power.
• Contract includes up to 1,000 MW of flexible demand response, allowing Georgia Power to curtail deliveries during peak periods to support grid reliability.
• OpenAI will fund infrastructure and electric service costs, with long-term contract requirements and financial assurances aimed at protecting other customers.

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