Did you know there is a proposed expansion of an existing methane gas pipeline running through Georgia, from Columbus to Augusta?

While this is not a brand-new pipeline, an expansion is far from minor. It can involve clearing and disrupting nearby land, heavy construction activity, and the addition or expansion of compressor stations. These changes can impact community safety, public health, and quality of life for people living near the pipeline corridor. The expansion could also contribute to higher energy costs for customers across Georgia, making this an issue that connects directly to power bills and growing energy demand from data centers.

GIPL, Science for Georgia, the Savannah Riverkeeper, and SELC have collaborated to map the potential impacts of this proposed expansion. Join us on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. at Lokos Tacos (235 Boy Scout Road, Augusta, GA) to learn what lies in the pipeline’s path, what it could mean for Georgia, and how to use data to inform and empower neighbors.