Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues Delegated Order on Alabama Power Company's Depreciation Rates

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order concerning Alabama Power Company's depreciation rates. On August 29, 2025, Southern Company Services (SCS) submitted a revised tariff record and materials to update Georgia Power's depreciation rates. After a public notice period, with no protests or adverse comments filed, the submittal was accepted for filing effective January 1, 2026. The order grants notices of intervention and motions to intervene, and does not constitute approval of any service, rate, or practice affecting the filed document.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a delegated order on October 28, 2025, concerning Alabama Power Company's depreciation rates.
  • The order accepted the submittal of revised tariff records and materials submitted by Southern Company Services (SCS) on August 29, 2025.
  • The revised depreciation rates will be effective as of January 1, 2026, as requested by the Southern Companies.
  • The filing was publicly noticed, and no protests or adverse comments were filed.
  • Pursuant to Rule 214 of the Commission's regulations, notices of intervention, and motions to intervene are granted.
  • The order does not constitute approval of any service, rate, charge, classification, or any rule, regulation, contract, or practice affecting such rate or service.
  • Requests for rehearing by the Commission may be filed within 30 days of the date of issuance of this order.

Statistics:

  • Date of issuance: October 28, 2025
  • Filing date: August 29, 2025
  • Effective date: January 1, 2026
  • Number of days for rehearing: 30

Sources:

  • [Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. (2025, October 28). FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20426 OFFICE OF ENERGY MARKET REGULATION Alabama Power Company Docket No. ER25-3348-000 Issued: October 28, 2025.](https://www.ferc.gov/sites/default/files/2025-10-28%20Docket%20ER25-3348-000.pdf)