Google has confirmed that it has purchased property in Dorchester County, where it plans to build a new data center campus. The tech giant, which has been operating a data center in Berkeley County for the past 15 years, announced its intention to expand its presence and investment in the Lowcountry on Thursday. The new data center campus will be located at the recently acquired property in Dorchester County, and will support Google’s growing demand for cloud services.
Google’s decision to build a new data center campus in Dorchester County was facilitated by the collaboration with the Dorchester County Economic Development office, which serves to support economic growth in the county. The office confirmed a relationship with Google, which closed on the property in the county, according to a news release. The office also expressed its excitement and gratitude for Google’s choice to locate in Dorchester County, and its anticipation for the positive impact that Google will have on the community, especially the schools.
A welcome from Dorchester County officials and leaders
Google’s announcement was welcomed by Dorchester County officials and leaders, who praised Google’s reputation and contribution to the region. Dorchester County Council Chairman Todd Friddle said in the release that Google has a history of strengthening local workforces and uplifting communities, and that he looks forward to Google making a difference in Dorchester County. Dorchester County Economic Development Director John Truluck said in the release that Google is a world-class company that will bring world-class jobs and opportunities to the county.
A statement from Google’s regional data center head
Google’s regional data center head, Eric Wages, issued a statement on Google’s expansion in the Lowcountry, and its commitment to the local community. Wages said that Google is proud to call Berkeley County home for the past 15 years, and that it is excited to grow its presence and investment in the Lowcountry with the new data center campus in Dorchester County. Wages also said that Google is grateful for the support and partnership of the Dorchester County Economic Development office, and that it looks forward to continuing to work with the county and the state to create more jobs and opportunities for South Carolinians.
