Commentary: SC lawmakers must act to protect communities from data centers

An opinion piece published in the Post and Courier calls on South Carolina lawmakers to address the unchecked expansion of data center development across the state. The author argues that without legislative intervention, the proliferation of these facilities could lead to a substantial increase in energy costs for residents and cause irreversible damage to the state's natural resources. The commentary emphasizes the urgent need for protective measures to safeguard communities from these adverse impacts.