Robert Bryant (D)
October 28, 2020
Robert Bryant is the Democratic candidate for Georgia’s District 1 Public Service Commission race. If elected, he would be only the second/third (depending on the District 4 race) Black commissioner in PSC’s history. His platform emphasizes the partnerships he would create with universities and research centers in Georgia to help make informed decisions.
COVID-19
- Will focus on the data and is In favor of maintaining the utility moratorium until unemployment levels off
- Lower the environmental footprint of and boost the quality of internet accessible to Georgia residents, specifically increasing rural access to to internet and broadband technology
- Emphasize the use of alternative and renewable sources of energy such as solar, wind and hydroelectric power
- Work to reduce energy costs by increasing energy efficiency in homes and supporting clean energy initiatives
- Doesn’t support the current commissioner’s handling of Plant Vogtle but also does not support ending the project all together. He believes that none of the project’s cost overruns should be passed on to consumers.