Public Service Commission, District 5Statewide · 2 candidates
In their own words
Statewide vote; commissioner must reside in District 5.
Josh Tolbert
WebsiteBallotpedia- Technical oversight
Technical Expertise and Ratepayer Protection: The Public Service Commission makes highly technical decisions about power generation, grid infrastructure, and billions of dollars in utility investment. I am a Professional Engineer with four engineering degrees, including a Ph.D. …
- Data centers
Making Data Centers Pay Their Own Way: Georgia’s rapid data center growth creates enormous new electricity demand. Growth can benefit our state, but existing families and businesses should not subsidize the infrastructure required to serve new large-load customers. …
- Energy mix
Reliable, Affordable and Pragmatic Energy Policy: Georgia needs an energy system that is reliable, affordable, and capable of supporting continued economic growth. I believe every energy source should be evaluated as a tool and used where its engineering and economics make sense. …
Shelia Edwards
WebsiteBallotpedia- Utility bills / rate hikes
The Public Service Commission should regulate utility companies in the public interest, not simply approve whatever they request. The PSC must stop rubber-stamping rate increases and start holding powerful corporations accountable to the people of Georgia. …
- Data centers
Require data centers to pay their fair share. Prevent cost-shifting to Georgia households. Increase transparency in utility planning and pricing.
- Data-center impact reviews
Before approving additional large-scale data centers, Georgia should require transparent, independent impact assessments that evaluate their effects on air quality, water resources, energy demand, public health, and the reliability of our electric grid. …