Georgia Power Activates Battery System in Rome
The utility company launched a 57.5-megawatt battery energy storage system at the former Plant Hammond site.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Georgia Power has brought a new battery energy storage system online at the site of the decommissioned Plant Hammond in Floyd County. The facility currently utilizes Tesla batteries to store energy during periods of low demand.
Why it matters
The system discharges energy to the grid during high-demand periods to help support transmission lines. This infrastructure project also provides new tax revenue for Floyd County.
The current facility provides 57.5 megawatts of capacity, where one megawatt can power between 750 and 1,000 average homes. This is one of five battery storage facilities currently under construction across Georgia.
The players
Georgia Power
An investor-owned utility company that provides electricity to over 2.7 million customers throughout the state of Georgia.
Tesla
A global technology and automotive company that manufactures large-scale energy storage products including the batteries used at this site.
Rome-Floyd County Fire Department
The local emergency services agency responsible for providing fire protection and safety response to the residents of Rome and the surrounding county.
The details
The facility uses a cooling system to monitor battery temperatures and integrates with existing transmission lines to manage energy flow. Personnel from the Rome-Floyd County Fire Department have conducted safety training at the site.
Timeline
Plant Hammond was decommissioned in 2019.
The battery system officially came online on October 23, 2026.
Roadmap
This project reflects the broader transition of legacy power plant sites into modern energy hubs that support grid stability. It aligns with the utility's long-term strategy to incorporate grid-scale battery storage to manage fluctuating energy demands.
Residents in the area may notice improved grid reliability during periods of high electricity demand as the new system discharges stored power. The project also provides a tangible economic benefit to the community through ongoing tax revenue for the county.
The takeaway
The repurposing of former power plant sites demonstrates a shift in how utility companies are utilizing existing infrastructure to bolster modern grid resilience. Local communities can expect these sites to serve as crucial buffer points for maintaining stable energy supplies during peak usage.
Further reading
For more information on how the region is adopting new energy technology, see our Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wrdw.
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