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Southern Company
Developing Emerging Technologies

In addition to meeting regulations through a comprehensive compliance strategy, we look to develop new technologies to burn fuels more cleanly, expand use of proven nuclear generation, broaden practical use of renewable fuels, and champion energy efficiency. More...

Exploring Options for Capturing CO2

We support voluntary programs and research initiatives to address scientific, economic, technological, and policy challenges in relation to greenhouse gas emissions. More...

Using Water Responsibility

We have begun new programs to measure and use water more efficiently. More...

Encouraging Energy Efficiency

We encourage adoption of energy-efficient products and processes for homes and businesses through ENERGY STAR® programs, GoodCents® guidelines, energy audits, demand response programs and online energy tracking. More...

Investing In Emissions Controls

We are spending $3.9 billion over the next three years to add environmental controls to existing plants to further lower emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and mercury. More...

Restoring Habitats and Biodiversity

We are stewards of the land and lakes we manage, enhancing and protecting habitats for wildlife. More...

Southern Company Reports
Summary Project Report 2007 (PDF 3.7MB)
A summary about wind power generation potential off the Georgia coast.
2008 - Climate Change (PDF 1.5MB)
A summary of Southern Company actions.
2006 Corporate Repsonsibility Report
Our report on the corporate, environmental, workplace, and community responsibilities of Southern Company and its subsidiaries.
Report Archive
2005 Environmental Assessment: Report to Shareholders
A survey of environmental strategy options and actions to meet emerging requirements including an extensive review of carbon price scenarios.

2003 Environmental Progress Report (PDF 2.3MB)
Our report on policy, key issues, and management of environmental issues associated with our business.