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

11
August 2026

Excellence As a Supervisor - Module 6

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

17
August 2026

Powerline Apprenticeship Program Class 71 - Lab A

8 AM EST

Our 3-year PowerLine Workers Apprenticeship Program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of utility employees in this field. The program is certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. It has proven beneficial and rewarding for both the students and… read more

8
September 2026

Utility Customer Service Training Series 2: Module 1

9 AM EST

During the training session, participants will be reminded of both the emotional and technical aspects of resolving customers’ concerns. They will be provided with specific tips on tone and wording to use while educating customers. The use of empathy and… read more

15
September 2026

Meterman Certification Class 11

8 AM EST

ECG’s one-year Meterman Certification Program features topics such as safe metering work practices, metering terminology, and definitions, as well as an in-depth look at single-phase and polyphase meters. Also included is a comprehensive look at instrument… read more

1
October 2026

Getting the Most Out of Your Multi-generational Team (for leaders)

9 AM EST

The American workforce is much more diverse today than ever before in history, with the age range of employees spanning as much as 50 years. Each generation has its own unique values and behavior which can sometimes cause misunderstandings in the workplace.… read more