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$150 million solar energy operations headed to Clarendon County

125-megawatt, 500-acre solar energy farm expected to be online by late 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — SolarGen of South Carolina has announced plans to establish solar energy operations near Alcolu, in Clarendon County, South Carolina. 

The company says that it is investing $150 million into the new operation. The company's purpose is to provide clean energy and focus on creating lower cost, solar-electric generating facilities for the Palmetto State community.

Governor Henry McMaster is in support of the new plans, believing the new investment shows the state's renewable energy growth. 

“When a new solar project is launched in South Carolina, it’s a sign that our renewable energy sector continues to thrive," the governor said in a release. "This new $150 million investment will make a big difference in Clarendon County, and we’re excited to welcome SolarGen of South Carolina to one of our rural communities.” 

According to the company, it is building a 125-megawatt solar farm that will span about 500 acres. Operations are expected to be online in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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