Alabama Power is an electric utility company that serves the state of Alabama. The company provides electricity to over 1.4 million customers across Alabama. Alabama Power has a diverse mix of generating resources, including coal, natural gas, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources. The company has a total generating capacity of over 10,000 megawatts and owns and operates 83 generating units. Alabama Power also operates a transmission and distribution system that spans over 73,000 miles, ensuring reliable and safe delivery of electricity to its customers. The company is committed to providing affordable and reliable electricity while also investing in new technologies to reduce its environmental impact.
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Alabama Power's energy comes from natural gas, coal, nuclear, hydroelectric, and biomass. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 39% of Alabama Power's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 32%. Nuclear provides 18% of Alabama Power's electricity. Hydroelectric provides 7% of Alabama Power's electricity. Biomass provides 4% of Alabama Power's electricity.
39%
Natural Gas
32%
Coal
18%
Nuclear
7%
Hydroelectric
4%
Biomass
The average electricity rate for Alabama Power customers is 14.04 cents/kWh. Alabama Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 15¢ to 16¢ |
| Rate RTA Energy | TOU | 13¢ to 33¢ |
| FAMILY DWELLING - RESIDENTIAL SERVICE DEMAND | TOU | 10¢ to 800¢ |
| Rate RTA Demand | TOU | 13¢ to 150¢ |
In 2021, the average Alabama Power customer lost electricity one time for a duration of 182 minutes. In total, the average Alabama Power customer had their electricity out for about 263 minutes during the whole year.
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