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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across South Carolina — updated daily.
Recent South Carolina data center news
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Eaton invests $340M in US transformer production
US-based Eaton has announced a $340 million investment to increase production of three-phase transformers in response to a shortage. This facility will be located in Jonesville, South Carolina, and aims to meet record demand from utility and industrial customers, including data centers. Production and hiring are expected to begin in 2027. This investment contributes to Eaton’s commitment of over $1 billion in North American manufacturing since 2023, aiming to enhance power distribution solutions and electric grid infrastructure.
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Eaton invests in new South Carolina transformer manufacturing site to power data centers, grid modernization, electrification and industrialization
US-based Eaton has invested $340 million to increase production of three-phase transformers in South Carolina, creating 700 jobs by 2027. This is part of a $1 billion investment in North American manufacturing since 2023, supporting grid modernization and clean energy initiatives.
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The IEA’s Electricity 2025 report forecasts strong growth in global electricity demand, driven by industrial production, air conditioning, and electrification. Renewables are set to meet most of the demand growth, with significant contributions from solar and wind. The report highlights the need for system flexibility and the role of coal and gas in providing it.
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Multibillion-dollar data center projects to watch
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Mitsubishi Electric subsidiary invests $86M in switchgear factory
US-based Mitsubishi Electric Power Products has announced an $86 million investment to build a new 160,000-square-foot factory in Pittsburgh region for advanced switchgear production and power electronics. The facility will initially produce vacuum and gas circuit breakers and create over 200 jobs when fully operational. The company is also upgrading its existing Warrendale, Pennsylvania facilities to support growing demand for transmission and distribution grid products aligned with US renewable energy goals.
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Vertiv expands capacity in North America, opens new facility in South Carolina
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Data center, crypto operations in 10 states drive all US commercial power sales growth since 2019: EIA
Data centers in 10 states led 1% growth in US commercial electricity sales since 2019, per the EIA. Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, and Arizona saw significant demand growth, while North Dakota had the highest at 37%. The agency predicts a 3% increase in 2022 sales, influenced by large-scale computing facilities and crypto operations.
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NV Energy seeks new tariff to supply Google with 24/7 power from Fervo geothermal plant
NV Energy collaborates with Google to provide 24/7 power from Fervo geothermal plant. Google’s proposed tariff aims to bridge the financial gap for renewable energy deployment. Golin emphasizes the benefits for both Google and NV Energy in accelerating renewable energy commercialization, leading to potential replication in other states with Duke Energy and other tech companies.
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Microsoft plows $3.3B into data center at former Foxconn site
Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion in a data center at a former Foxconn site in Mount Pleasant. The project aims to create 2,300 jobs by 2025. To address power constraints, Microsoft is partnering with National Grid Renewables to build a 250-megawatt solar project in Wisconsin. The data center will utilize a closed-loop cooling system to recycle water, addressing environmental concerns. Builders and contractors like MasTec and Jacobs Solutions are eyeing opportunities in this expanding sector.
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Microsoft plows $3.3B into data center at former Foxconn site
Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion in a data center project at a former Foxconn site in Mount Pleasant, expected to create 2,300 construction jobs by 2025. To address power constraints, Microsoft will collaborate with National Grid Renewables on a 250-megawatt solar project in Wisconsin. The data center will utilize a closed-loop cooling system to conserve water. Builders are optimistic about the growth potential in the data center industry.