Southern Current establishing solar facility in Orangeburg County
March 7, 2017
Company Investing More Than $10 Million In New Project
Southern Current LLC, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, today announced that it will be launching a new solar energy project in Orangeburg County. The development is expected to bring more than $10 million of new capital investment.
Headquartered in Charleston, S.C., Southern Current strives to make solar power economically attractive to utilities and consumers. Focused on residential, commercial and utility-scale solar energy projects, Southern Current is working with regulators, landowners, utilities and business development groups throughout the United States to build more than one gigawatt of new solar projects by the end of 2017.
Located between Springfield Road and Burgdorf Lane in Orangeburg, S.C., this Orangeburg County project will be an eight-megawatt (MW) direct current facility and is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2017.
For more information on Southern Current, visit www.southerncurrentllc.com.
“It’s very exciting to be part of projects like these that are helping to reshape South Carolina’s energy future. This would not be possible without the support of the local community and all of our development partners.” –Southern Current Founder and Chief Development Officer Paul Fleury
“It is a great day in Orangeburg County. We are excited about Southern Current’s decision to locate here. We are grateful and supportive of their investment and commitment to our community, its people and the environment.” –Orangeburg County Council Chairman Johnnie Wright Sr.
“As Orangeburg County continues to build and grow, solar projects will be an even more important part of our efforts to provide affordable, sustainable energy for our residents. We are excited to have Southern Current come to Orangeburg County. The nation and the world now have their eyes on Orangeburg County and want to be part of our future. The best is yet to come!” –Orangeburg County Development Chairman Ken Middleton
“Southern Current LLC’s expansion within the state, and into the Central S.C. region, are a testament to the value of what is available for businesses in terms of growth potential and support. We are excited to welcome another company and see progress in an industry focused on providing clean, affordable and reliable energy.” –Central S.C. Alliance Chairman Mike Brenan
FIVE FAST FACTS
• Southern Current LLC is establishing a new solar energy project in Orangeburg County.
• At least $10 million in new capital investment.
• Headquartered in Charleston, S.C., Southern Current specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects.
• The facility will be located between Springfield Road and Burgdorf Lane in Orangeburg, S.C.
• For more information on Southern Current, visit www.southerncurrentllc.com.
