In a major move signaling expanded commitment to AI infrastructure in the United States, Google announced on October 13, 2025, that it will invest $9 billion through 2027 to expand and build new data center campuses in South Carolina. The investment forms part of Google’s broader strategy to scale cloud, AI, and computing capacity in key U.S. markets.
What the Expansion Entails
The funds will be allocated toward expanding Google’s existing Berkeley County data center campus in Moncks Corner and constructing two new data center campuses in Dorchester County — one in the Pine Hill Business Campus in Ridgeville and another in Winding Woods Commerce Park in St. George.
The expansion will strengthen the region’s role as a key hub for Google’s digital infrastructure, supporting the company’s growing need for computing power, cloud services, and AI development.
Workforce and Community Support
Alongside the infrastructure investment, Google is supporting workforce development in the region through a partnership with the Electrical Training Alliance (ETA). The initiative will help integrate AI tools into apprenticeship programs, providing advanced skills training for more than 160 apprentices.
Google emphasized that the expansion is not just about building facilities, but also about preparing local communities for the future of work in the tech and energy sectors.
Strategic and Economic Significance
This new $9 billion investment, announced on October 13, 2025, builds on Google’s earlier commitments to South Carolina. The company had previously pledged several billion dollars toward expanding its Berkeley County operations and developing data center campuses in Dorchester County.
With today’s announcement, Google signals a long-term commitment to South Carolina as a major operational hub for its U.S. data infrastructure. For the state, the project represents an opportunity for increased tax revenue, job creation, and economic growth across the construction and technology sectors.
Challenges and Sustainability Commitments
Large-scale data center projects often raise questions about power consumption, water use, and environmental impact. Google stated that its South Carolina operations are designed with sustainability in mind. Using recycled water and closed-loop cooling systems while investing in local conservation initiatives.
As construction and expansion continue through 2027, balancing scale with responsible resource management will remain a key focus.
Outlook
While Google has confirmed the total investment and development sites, additional details such as project phasing, operational timelines, and total job creation are expected in future updates. Regulatory approvals, power and water infrastructure agreements, and local partnerships will shape the rollout of the new campuses.
This announcement marks a significant expansion of Google’s U.S. data center network and underscores the Southeast’s growing importance in the nation’s AI and cloud infrastructure strategy. By deepening its investment in South Carolina, Google is positioning the state as a cornerstone of America’s digital future.
Additionally, these moves are part of Google’s wider U.S. strategy, following a $4 billion investment in Arkansas on October 2, 2025, which will bring the company’s first data center to West Memphis and support new cloud and AI infrastructure, alongside programs to improve local energy resilience and affordability.
Google Expands AI Infrastructure in South Carolina — Factsheet
Announcement Date: October 13, 2025
Total Investment Committed: $9 billion (through 2027)
Counties Affected: Berkeley County and Dorchester County, South Carolina
Details of Announcement:
Expansion of existing Berkeley County data center campus in Moncks Corner
Construction of two new data center campuses in Dorchester County:
Pine Hill Business Campus, Ridgeville
Winding Woods Commerce Park, St. George
Workforce Development: Partnership with Electrical Training Alliance (ETA) to integrate AI tools into apprenticeship programs; more than 160 apprentices expected to benefit
Focus Areas Highlighted in Announcement:
Cloud infrastructure scaling
AI computing capacity
Sustainability and resource-efficient operations
Community and workforce development
Timeline Indicated: Expansion and new campus construction through 2027
