Meta says Aiken data center will use closed-loop cooling, create construction jobs and report operational metrics Meta told the Senate Judiciary Committee its Aiken campus is an $800 million project using closed-loop liquid cooling that will require minimal operational water for cooling, employ 1,200 construction workers at peak and roughly 100 permanent staff when operational; Meta pledged to publish usage metrics after commissioning.

Meta's $800 million Aiken data center is set to revolutionize energy efficiency with a cutting-edge cooling system that uses no operational water, while creating jobs for 1,200 skilled workers.

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Rural Infrastructure Authority asks for recurring funds to support statewide water and sewer projects Bonnie Ammons, director of the Rural Infrastructure Authority, told a Senate Finance subcommittee the agency awarded large ARPA‑funded grants statewide and is seeking $12 million in recurring funds each for rural and statewide infrastructure programs to help utilities plan and serve an estimated 50 communities.

South Carolina's Rural Infrastructure Authority is pushing for a $12 million recurring fund to tackle urgent water and sewer needs, promising to create thousands of jobs and boost local economies.

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Panel advances bill allowing residential improvement districts to span county and municipal lines The Municipal Affairs Subcommittee unanimously approved House Bill 4246 to let residential improvement districts (RIDs) be created jointly by a county and a municipality when both governing bodies consent. Supporters said the change helps fund shared infrastructure and preserves property-owner consent and oversight.

A new bill could revolutionize infrastructure funding in South Carolina by allowing counties and municipalities to collaborate on residential improvement districts, ensuring property owner consent every step of the way.

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House transportation plan proposes $500M for DOT plus bridge and interstate acceleration Representative Crawford told the budget briefing the transportation proposal would direct $500 million to the Department of Transportation, $250 million for bridge modernization, $125 million for interstate acceleration, $100 million for neighborhood paving and $70 million for airport infrastructure.

South Carolina's new transportation proposal promises a whopping $500 million to transform infrastructure, tackling everything from bridge updates to highway expansions!

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State Infrastructure Bank Highlights $7.1 Billion in Projects, Strong Bond Ratings Charles Cannon, COO of the State Infrastructure Bank, told senators the bank has supported about $7.1 billion in projects since 1997 and holds AA/Aa-level bond ratings; he said the bank currently has about 15 active projects worth roughly $2.0 billion and noted potential bond pricing near 7.75%–8% depending on market conditions.

The State Infrastructure Bank has financed an impressive $7.1 billion in projects since 1997, showcasing its vital role in South Carolina's development with a strong double-A bond rating!

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Representative Wetmore advocates for infrastructure-first bill amid South Carolina growth challenges Wetmore emphasizes urgent need for infrastructure to support South Carolina's rapid growth.

As South Carolina faces a livability crisis fueled by rapid growth, Representative Wetmore is pushing for urgent infrastructure reforms to ensure communities can thrive.

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South Carolina allocates $65M ARPA funds for stormwater infrastructure projects Seventeen stormwater projects underway as South Carolina utilizes federal ARPA funding effectively.

South Carolina is taking crucial steps to combat flooding with $65 million in federal ARPA funds, but will it be enough to meet the overwhelming demand for infrastructure improvements?

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South Carolina reports 86 bridge closures due to storm damage State officials address 683 bridges with load postings impacting transportation and emergency services.

South Carolina faces a transportation crisis as 86 bridges remain closed and 683 are under load restrictions, threatening safety and accessibility for all.

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