For 50 years, Southern Company’s research and development (R&D) organization has been leading industry innovation to deliver more value to customers. Harnessing a diverse research portfolio, the R&D team has helped solve challenges facing the energy industry and advanced technology development spanning energy production, delivery and end-use. In this series, current and former Southern Company executives discuss the company’s leadership through R&D – and the culture of innovation among all employees that is critical to our success.