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South Carolina Counties Consider, Enact Data Center Moratoriums
News ClipThe State·SC

South Carolina Counties Consider, Enact Data Center Moratoriums

At least 15 counties in South Carolina have proposed or passed temporary moratoriums on data center development, driven by resident pushback and the absence of statewide regulations. Local governments, including Newberry and Fairfield counties, are using these pauses to study the potential impacts of data centers on energy, environment, and water resources. This trend comes as the state lacks comprehensive data center policies, while projects like Meta's in Aiken County and NorthMark's in Spartanburg County continue to advance.

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Meta
9/5/2026
SC PSC power generation stance creates ‘welcome mat’ for data centers, critics warn
News ClipThe State·Spartanburg County, SC

SC PSC power generation stance creates ‘welcome mat’ for data centers, critics warn

South Carolina's Public Service Commission (PSC) declined to review a natural gas plant for a Spartanburg data center, arguing it's private power. Critics warn this decision sets a precedent for developers to bypass oversight, raising concerns about environmental and community impacts. A lawsuit concerning the project's land development permits is also pending.

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9/3/2026
Data center deep dive: A closer look at NorthMark's $3 billion project 
News Clip6:45WSPA 7News·Spartanburg County, SC

Data center deep dive: A closer look at NorthMark's $3 billion project 

NorthMark's $3 billion data center project in Spartanburg County, SC, is facing significant public and environmental scrutiny, including concerns over air pollutant emissions and its classification as a minor land development. Despite claims of exceeding environmental standards, residents and advocacy groups are pushing for more transparency and protection, with one commission ruling in NorthMark's favor regarding a state citing law.

environmentalelectricityoppositionzoninggovernmentlegal
9/2/2026
Public Service Commission sides with Spartanburg data center, says it won't regulate NorthMark
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

Public Service Commission sides with Spartanburg data center, says it won't regulate NorthMark$

The South Carolina Public Service Commission ruled that the 457-megawatt NorthMark data center, through its subsidiary Valara, is not subject to the state's Utility Facility Siting Environmental Protection Act. This decision means the facility will not face state regulation for its on-site power generation because it will not export power to the public grid. The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) and the Office of Regulatory Staff had argued for the act's application due to the project's large power generation capacity.

electricitygovernmentlegalenvironmentalopposition
8/27/2026
SC Regulators, Environmental Group Dispute Siting Act Application for Spartanburg Data Center
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

SC Regulators, Environmental Group Dispute Siting Act Application for Spartanburg Data Center$

South Carolina regulators, an environmental group, and attorneys for the NorthMark and Valara data center are sparring before the Public Service Commission over whether the state's Utility Facility Siting Act applies to the 457-megawatt self-powered facility in Spartanburg. The outcome will determine if the data center must obtain a certificate of environmental compatibility and public convenience and necessity, potentially halting construction. This case could set a precedent for other large self-powered data centers in the state.

legalelectricitygovernmentopposition
8/6/2026
As SELC sues Spartanburg County over data center development, officials defend their actions
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

As SELC sues Spartanburg County over data center development, officials defend their actions$

The Southern Environmental Law Center has filed a lawsuit against Spartanburg County and Valara Holdings, a NorthMark subsidiary, regarding a $2.8 billion data center project. The suit alleges the county improperly classified the 457-megawatt data center as minor land developments, thereby bypassing public input and the planning commission. This classification is being challenged due to concerns about the project's environmental impact and the denial of public debate.

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7/23/2026
SC environmental agency to hold public hearing on Spartanburg data center. What to know if you go.
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

SC environmental agency to hold public hearing on Spartanburg data center. What to know if you go.$

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services will hold a public hearing in Spartanburg on June 25 regarding the NorthMark data center's proposal for 11 natural gas turbines. These turbines are projected to generate over 400 megawatts of power and emit an estimated 990 tons of air pollutants annually. The hearing was requested by a state senator due to environmental concerns, while a minor land development permit for the project remains stalled with Spartanburg County.

environmentalelectricitygovernmentzoningopposition
6/2/2026
Spartanburg County Council weighs public hearing on NorthMark data center permit
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

Spartanburg County Council weighs public hearing on NorthMark data center permit$

Spartanburg County residents voiced concerns over the NorthMark data center's impact on traffic and wildlife at a recent County Council meeting. The Southern Environmental Law Center requested the county hold a public hearing and release documents for the project's land development permit. County Council members are divided on the request, with some hesitant to set an "odd precedent."

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5/21/2026
Law Firm Asks Spartanburg County for Public Hearing on Data Center Permit
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

Law Firm Asks Spartanburg County for Public Hearing on Data Center Permit$

The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) has formally requested Spartanburg County to hold a public hearing for NorthMark's minor land development permit application for the Valara data center. This request follows concerns over the county's previous lack of transparency regarding the project's significantly increased self-generated electricity plans and potential environmental impacts. The community reportedly feels betrayed by the county's handling of the data center development.

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5/12/2026
SC environmental agency will hold public hearing on Spartanburg data center power request
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

SC environmental agency will hold public hearing on Spartanburg data center power request$

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services will hold a public hearing regarding NorthMark's request to increase power generation for its Spartanburg data center ninefold. This decision follows public dissatisfaction and a request from State Sen. Shane Martin, who raised concerns about grid reliability, air quality, environmental impact, water usage, and potential costs to ratepayers.

electricityenvironmentalgovernmentopposition
4/30/2026
After requesting large power increase, Spartanburg data center says that's been the plan all along
News ClipPost and Courier·Spartanburg County, SC

After requesting large power increase, Spartanburg data center says that's been the plan all along$

NorthMark Data Center in Spartanburg, SC, has requested a nine-fold increase in its power generation permit, claiming this aligns with original plans. Environmental groups, led by the Southern Environmental Law Center, are alarmed by the potential for increased air pollution, despite NorthMark's assurances of on-site power generation and transparency. County officials, who approved tax breaks, acknowledge they were not fully informed about the massive power output during initial discussions.

electricityenvironmentalgovernmentopposition
4/27/2026