Georgia, October 16, 2025
As Georgia faces growing energy demands due to population and industrial booms, voters are selecting utility regulators. Experts emphasize the need to learn from Texas’s energy strategies to enhance reliability and affordability, while PSC candidates debate the merits of renewables versus fossil fuels. The aim is to prevent blackouts akin to those experienced in Texas during winter months.
Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia voters are gearing up for significant elections for the Public Service Commission (PSC) on November 4, 2025. Experts believe the state should examine Texas’s energy strategies to bolster grid reliability and affordability as the energy demands continue to rise due to population and industrial growth.
Upcoming PSC Elections
The PSC is a five-member body responsible for regulating utilities, including electricity, natural gas, and telecommunications, which directly influence consumer bills. Special elections for Districts 2 and 3 will take place on November 4, 2025. Primary elections occurred on June 17, 2025, with potential runoffs on July 15, 2025. The winners will serve until 2030 for District 2 and until 2026 for District 3.
District 2 Race
In District 2, incumbent Republican Tim Echols has secured renomination after defeating challenger Lee Muns. Echols, who has been a member of the PSC since 2011, will compete against Democrat Alicia Johnson, who ran unopposed in her primary.
District 3 Race
The District 3 contest is more competitive. Democratic primary leader Keisha Waites did not capture a majority, resulting in a runoff with Peter Hubbard, a proponent of green energy, who emerged victorious. Hubbard will face incumbent Republican Fitz Johnson in the general election.
Learning from Texas
Georgia’s energy grid is under increasing strain, prompting experts to recommend that the state study Texas’s energy policies to improve reliability and cost-effectiveness. Texas has faced major challenges with its energy grid during severe weather, which caused significant blackouts. To avert similar issues, Georgia is exploring a balanced energy approach utilizing both renewable and traditional fossil fuel sources.
Voter Participation
Voter registration for the upcoming general election closes on October 6, 2025. Early voting will commence on October 14 and run through October 31, with mandatory Saturday advanced voting on October 18 and 25, and optional Sunday voting on October 19 and 26.
Background Context
The PSC elections were postponed from 2022 due to legal disputes regarding the voting process. A federal court initially ruled that the statewide voting system diminished Black voter influence, but this ruling was later overturned on appeal, allowing the elections to move forward.
Conclusion
The upcoming PSC elections are crucial for determining Georgia’s energy future. Voters are encouraged to participate and consider how the candidates’ policies may impact the reliability and affordability of the state’s energy grid.
FAQ
What is the Public Service Commission (PSC)?
The PSC is a five-member body that regulates utilities, including electricity, natural gas, and telecommunications, directly impacting consumer bills in Georgia.
When are the PSC elections scheduled?
The special elections for Districts 2 and 3 are scheduled for November 4, 2025, with primary elections held on June 17, 2025, and runoffs on July 15, 2025, if necessary.
Who are the candidates in District 2?
In District 2, incumbent Republican Tim Echols will face Democrat Alicia Johnson in the general election.
Who are the candidates in District 3?
In District 3, Peter Hubbard won the Democratic runoff and will face incumbent Republican Fitz Johnson in the general election.
How can I participate in the election?
Voter registration for the general election closes on October 6, 2025. Early voting begins on October 14 and continues through October 31. Mandatory Saturday advanced voting is scheduled for October 18 and 25, with optional Sunday voting on October 19 and 26.
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