Georgia Power offers customers help paying bills
Georgia Power is reminding customers of its energy assistance programs as temperatures soar above 90 degrees. The company collaborates with nonprofits to support income-qualifying customers in managing energy costs. Key programs include:
- Senior Citizen Discount: Up to $24 off monthly bills for eligible seniors.
- Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP): Allows customers to contribute to energy efficiency upgrades for low-income households.
- Project SHARE: In partnership with The Salvation Army, customers can donate to help those in need, with Georgia Power matching contributions.
- Provides financial assistance programs to help low-income households manage energy costs.
- Offers a senior citizen discount of up to $24 monthly for eligible customers.
- Encourages community contributions through HEEAP and Project SHARE, fostering social responsibility.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures across the state reaching well above 90 degrees recently and hot days expected next week, Georgia Power is reminding customers that the company offers energy assistance programs to those in need of help paying or reducing their monthly energy bill.
Assistance when you need it
Georgia Power offers energy assistance programs in communities across Georgia and has established partnerships with nonprofits, community and faith-based organizations to assist income-qualifying customers with their energy costs. The company's programs are offered to help meet the changing needs of customers across the state and proactively identify solutions to meet their specific needs and help determine eligibility for utility assistance and programs:
- Georgia Power's Income-Qualified Senior Citizen Discount – Georgia Power customers 65 years of age or older who meet the income requirements for eligibility can receive up to
$24 a month off their bill. - Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) – Georgia Power customers have the opportunity to contribute funds to help make energy efficiency improvements for income-qualifying residents in their own community that will be added to funding provided by Georgia Power. These upgrades may include air sealing of gaps, cracks and leaks, sealing of heating and air delivery ducts, attic insulation, HVAC service and repair, LED light bulbs, smart/ wi-fi thermostat, and electric water heater blanket and pipe wrap. Customers can donate on a statewide level, or focus giving to a specific region of the state at www.georgiapower.com/HEEAPDonor.
- The Salvation Army's Project SHARE – Established in partnership with The Salvation Army, Georgia Power customers can provide assistance to residents in the same community for expenses, such as utility bills, housing, food and medical necessities. Customers can donate
$1 , 2, 5 or$10 on their monthly bill to support their neighbors in need. Georgia Power matches$1.50 for each dollar donated up to$1.5 million .
Customers can learn more about the company's energy assistance programs and apply at www.GeorgiaPower.com/EnergyAssistance.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
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