Proposed data center is dividing Marlboro County
A proposed data center, known as Project Apollo, is creating division in Marlboro County, South Carolina. Residents expressed strong opposition at a recent county council meeting, despite developers' efforts to address concerns. The county council has not yet taken any action on the project.
A proposed data center project, referred to as Project Apollo, is generating significant public discourse and opposition in Marlboro County, South Carolina. Residents voiced their concerns at a recent county council meeting, pushing back against the development.
Developers associated with Project Apollo presented information during the council meeting, aiming to dispel what they termed "myths" surrounding data centers. However, community members remain unconvinced, with one resident expressing skepticism that the county, being one of the poorest in South Carolina alongside Marion and Dillon, should "jump for joy" at the prospect of a few million dollars from such a project.
As of now, the Marlboro County Council members have not taken any definitive action regarding Project Apollo. The situation remains unresolved, indicating ongoing deliberation and community engagement on the proposed data center.