Columbia, S.C. – Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with five new facilities throughout Anderson County. The company is investing $30 million in these projects. 

Southern Current is an owner and developer of utility-scale solar energy facilities across the southeastern United States. With an in-house team of development professionals, the company manages projects from site selection and origination through construction and operation. 

For more information on Southern Current, visit www.southerncurrentllc.com. 

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“Southern Current is excited to continue making investments into South Carolina’s clean energy future, and there’s no better place than Anderson County. We are thankful and appreciative of the support from the economic development team and county council for our projects, and we’re excited to start construction in the near future.” –Southern Current Chief Development Officer Paul Fleur 

“Our approach to creating a business-friendly environment for all types of companies continues to pay off, and Southern Current’s new investment in Anderson County is a testament to that. I look forward to seeing the impact that the renewable energy industry will continue to have in the region and across the state.” –Gov. Henry McMaster 

The renewable energy market is increasingly a major driver of South Carolina’s economy, and today’s announcement in Anderson County is proof of that. I congratulate Southern Current on this latest $30 million investment and wish them continued success.”–Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt

“We’re very pleased to announce this capital investment in Anderson County. The county will see increased tax revenue for our citizens. We look forward to future solar project investments in Anderson County.” –Anderson County Council Chairman Tommy Dunn