Alabama Power Company

For the first time, GulfCon was hosted right here in Alabama, and our Mobile teammates were proud to take part!    This year’s event brought together partners from across the five Gulf states to collaborate on coastal restoration, resilience, and stewardship. Alongside coastal scientists, community leaders, and partners from across the Gulf, we’re planning for a more resilient future. Together, we’re advancing stewardship efforts that strengthen both our ecosystems and our coastal communities. #GulfCon Elizabeth Weatherford Thomas

Congratulations to Josh Petty and our Distribution Control Center Training team on receiving the Southeastern Electric Exchange Industry Excellence Award! Setting a new benchmark in workforce development, their innovative, simulation-based program prepares new operators to be fully shift-ready in just 12 months—achieving a 94% success rate. We’re proud to lead with innovation, mentorship, and a shared commitment to powering a stronger, more resilient grid for the future.

Reliability isn’t just about restoring power quickly, it’s about keeping customers informed when it matters most. We’re honored to receive Chartwell, Inc.'s Gold Award for Excellence in Outage Communications for our ETR Monitor Process, which ensures customers get accurate, real-time updates. “Being able to have an accurate and up-to-date timeframe for getting the lights back on allows our customers to make plans and decisions for their families accordingly.” — Katie Otten, Engineer

A well-deserved recognition for Jay Johnson from our Prattville crew, named Lineman of the Year by the Energy Institute of Alabama! Jay’s work in the field and his impact in the community reflect the kind of professionalism and dedication that sets a standard for all of us. We’re grateful for linemen across the state and country who continue to serve their communities with skill and commitment. #LinemanAppreciation

At Alabama Power, we believe our role goes far beyond providing electricity it’s about investing in people and the communities we serve.” - Stevie Searcy, Director of Energy Infrastructure Training   Thanks to national recognition from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the HVAC Fast Track Program at the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center is helping raise the bar for energy-efficient training.   Learn more about how the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center is setting the standard for energy-efficient excellence: https://lnkd.in/eQFyvwH2

Congratulations to the ten new Lawson State Community College graduates who completed the Alabama Power Line Worker Training Program! Through 300+ hours of hands-on training and earning multiple industry certifications, these grads are ready to serve with skill, safety, and dedication. We’re proud to support programs that build opportunity and strengthen our state’s workforce. #WorkforceDevelopment #LineworkerTraining #AlabamaPower #LawsonState

At the 11th Annual East Alabama Worlds of Work, our teammates had the chance to connect with more than 8,000 students from 105 schools across seven counties. Students explored careers in energy and beyond—from field operations to behind-the-scenes roles that keep our communities powered. Events like these allow us to connect the next generation and highlight potential career opportunities. #EastALWOW26

With severe weather expected across parts of Alabama tonight, our teams are preparing. Technology like SPEAR helps us analyze incoming weather and anticipate how storms could affect the electric system so we can stage crews and resources where they may be needed most. By combining weather modeling with system data, the tool helps us better understand when, where and how severe weather could impact our grid.   Every storm also helps make the technology stronger. Data gathered from each event helps refine SPEAR’s models so we can continue improving how we predict potential impacts and strengthen reliability for our customers.

Join us in congratulating Leslie Sanders, Vice President of Community Engagement, for being recognized as one of the This is Alabama's 2026 Women Who Shape the State!   Since joining Alabama Power in 1986, Leslie has dedicated her career to strengthening communities, developing people, and leading projects that enhance quality of life across Alabama. Her leadership, values-driven approach, and decades of service exemplify the impact one person can have when they focus on people and community.   Thank you, Leslie, for exemplifying what it means to shape a brighter future for Alabama. 👉 Learn more about Leslie and all the honorees: https://lnkd.in/gA29Eg3 #WomenWhoShapeTheState #AlabamaPower

⚡ A new chapter in Alabama’s energy future is taking shape in Walker County. Alabama Power is installing 92 Tesla Megapacks at its new Gorgas Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) — the state’s first utility‑scale battery storage project. Once complete, the facility will store 150 MW of electricity, enough to power roughly 9,000 homes for two hours, helping support reliability when demand peaks. By charging during off‑peak times and discharging when the grid needs extra support, Gorgas BESS will strengthen grid resilience, manage costs and create new opportunities to integrate renewable energy across Alabama Power’s network. Beyond its technical impact, this project transforms the historic Plant Gorgas site, honoring more than a century of energy generation while paving the way for a sustainable future. This is innovation built on tradition — a powerful step toward a smarter, more reliable Alabama energy grid. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e3hQdUV5 #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #GridModernization #AlabamaPower #TeslaMegapack #Sustainability #Innovation #GorgasBESS