The elections for the Public Service Commission (PSC) in Georgia are set to have significant implications for the state's electricity rates. This year, two of the five PSC seats are contested, specifically in District 3 (covering Clayton, DeKalb, and Fulton counties) and District 5 (including parts of northwest and west-central Georgia). The PSC has been under scrutiny after recent rate increases approved by the all-Republican commission raised Georgia Power customers' bills. In the last election, Democratic candidates successfully challenged Republican incumbents, marking a shift in voter sentiment. Incumbent Peter Hubbard (Democrat) aims to balance a reliable power grid with affordable rates, while Republican Fitz Johnson seeks to reclaim his seat, emphasizing his record on rate freezes. Other candidates, including Craig Cupid and Shelia Edwards, focus on clean energy and consumer protection. The outcome of these elections will determine whether Republicans maintain their narrow 3-to-2 majority or if Democrats can secure a majority, shaping Georgia's energy policy for the next six years.