Supporting Greatness. Developing Opportunities.

From the President & CEO

Welcome to ECG.

We are an organization rooted in developing and supporting economic opportunities for our Public Power Members. We have a rich history in Georgia’s communities, helping supplement their abilities to compete for business and industry and help build a standard of living that makes desirable places for people to live, work and play.

The economic development and sustainability of our Georgia Public Power community members remain prominent and serve as a driving force for ECG as we continue to capitalize on the latest technologies and industry standards. Our team of Industry Experts takes pride in offering our members support through strategic and technical services that position them at a competitive advantage and ensure utility service reliability.

ECG supports greatness, and we are always looking to develop opportunities for the betterment of our communities. It’s our goal to continue to work on their behalf and turn opportunities into growth. 

Sincerely,
Walter West

 

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Walter West

President & Chief Executive Officer


Walter West

Upcoming Events

4
August 2025

Groundman School 16

1 PM EST

ECG’s Groundman Certificate Program offers the opportunity to attain the skills necessaryto become an Apprentice Lineworker. The program provides related technical instruction forconstructing, maintaining, and repairing the transmission and distribution… read more

18
August 2025

Apprentice Class 65C

8 AM EST

ECG’s Powerline Workers Apprenticeship Program is a three-year certification designed to enhance utility employees’ knowledge and skills in this field. Powerline workers are responsible for building, improving, and maintaining the poles and wires that… read more

19
August 2025

Utility Customer Service Training Series 1: Module 6

9 AM EST

This program is designed to offer guidance with the unique demands of the utility industry.  Customer satisfaction is a key component of the overall success of your municipal enterprise systems.  This course provides hands‐on participation, role-playing… read more

26
August 2025

Excellence As a Supervisor Series 2: Module 3

9 AM EST

This course is designed to provide essential training for first-line, mid-level, and prospective supervisors. Participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in supervisory roles, especially for those who may have little or no… read more

27
August 2025

ECG Board Meeting

10 AM EST

Board meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of every month at the MEAG Training Facility in Forsyth, Georgia unless notified differently. Meetings start promptly at 10:00 am.read more