Union County residents express concerns over potential data center project

News Clip2:39WSPA 7News·Union County, SC·4/23/2026

Union County residents gathered for a community listening session to voice concerns about a proposed data center project, identified as "Project Alpaca." Concerns included noise, rising cost of living, air quality, and water usage. The Union County Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance regarding the proposal on May 12.

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Gov: Union County Council
A community listening session drew dozens of residents who shared their thoughts about a potential data center in Union County. READ MORE: https://www.wspa.com/news/local-news/project-alpaca-community-listening-session/