Google expanding in the Lowcountry, plans to build in Dorchester County

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — Google recently released a statement confirming plans to expand its presence in the Lowcountry.

The massive tech giant announced they will build a data center campus at the recently acquired property in Dorchester County.

The company also expressed pride in calling Berkeley County home for the past 15 years. Berkeley County’s data center was expanded in 2021 and has supported the area since opening.

“We have been proud to call South Carolina home for over fifteen years since we first put down roots in Berkeley County. Since then, we have partnered closely with local leadership, schools, and nonprofits to lift up the great work happening here,” Google released in a statement. ” As we look to expand in the state, we have acquired property in Dorchester County for the development of a new data center campus. We look forward to growing our community here in South Carolina and will share details as this long-term project progresses.”

The Dorchester County Economic Development Office also expressed their excitement in having the company build in the county.

“We are thrilled to welcome Google to Dorchester County and know they will be a long-term partner for our community, especially our schools,” said Dorchester County Council Chairman Todd Friddle. “Google has a history of strengthening local workforces and uplifting communities, and we look forward to Google making a positive difference here in Dorchester County.”