Regulatory Matters - GPC Rate Plan (Details) $ in Millions	Jan. 01, 2021 USD ($)
GEORGIA POWER CO \| Plant Vogtle Units 3 And 4
Public Utilities, General Disclosures [Line Items]
Approved reduction in amortization of CCR ARO costs	$ 90

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