The technology company Meta, Facebook’s parent company, has announced the upcoming construction of a new data centerA data center, or data processing center (DPC)… in Aiken County, South Carolina. This project represents a significant investment in the company’s technological infrastructure and promises to generate a significant economic impact in the region.
Project details
The new data center in Aiken will be Meta’s twenty-second in the United States and twenty-sixth worldwide. With a surface area of approximately 66,400 square meters, this facility will be part of the global infrastructure that supports the company’s technologies and services.
Investment and job creation
Meta plans to invest over 800 million dollars in this project. Once completed, the data center will generate around 100 permanent jobs. Additionally, during the construction phase, it is expected that over 1,000 workers will be involved in the project at its peak.
Reasons for choosing Aiken
The selection of Aiken County as the location for this new data center is based on several key factors:
- Access to suitable infrastructure
- Availability of renewable energies
- Presence of a strong talent pool in the area
- Support from local community partners
Focus on efficiency and sustainability
Meta has emphasized that the design of the Aiken data center will prioritize efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. The facility will be optimized for artificial intelligence workloads and will help improve connectivity and the development of online communities and businesses.
Commitment to renewable energies
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Meta will collaborate with the Aiken electric cooperative to add new sources of renewable energy to the local power grid.
Community impact
Beyond job creation and economic investment, Meta has committed to being a positive contributor to the Aiken community. This includes:
- Investments in local schools
- Support for nonprofit organizations in the area
- Promotion of new renewable energy projects
Future outlook
The construction of this data center marks the beginning of what Meta hopes will be a long-lasting partnership with the Aiken community. The company has expressed its enthusiasm for being a part of this community and its commitment to the long-term vitality of the region.
This project not only strengthens Meta’s position as a leader in technological infrastructure, but also underscores the growing importance of South Carolina as a hub for innovation and technological development.