Alabama Power Co is an energy company focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. Founded in 1906 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the company serves various residential, commercial, and industrial customers throughout the state. Alabama Power generates electricity through various sources such as coal, nuclear, oil and gas, and hydro plants. The company's retail reach extends to around 400 cities and towns, including Anniston, Birmingham, Gadsden, Mobile, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa, as well as rural areas.
Under the leadership of CEO Mark A. Crosswhite, Alabama Power has a diverse workforce of 6,613 employees and an annual revenue of $6.1 billion. The company is a subsidiary of The Southern Company and also deals in the sale of electric appliances. Alabama Power is committed to delivering reliable electricity and has a strong employee retention rate, with staff members typically staying with the company for 5.9 years.