Cielo Digital Infrastructure, LLC has chosen Cherokee County for its inaugural South Carolina development project. The company plans to invest around $2.1 billion in a data center, expected to create 30 new jobs.
Cielo specializes in expanding digital infrastructure by identifying suitable sites for data center development. The company focuses on energy access and resilience to provide reliable and cost-effective solutions for customers.
The planned site is located at 000 Ford Road in Gaffney and will feature a data center campus with four facilities, each approximately 400,000 square feet, along with an electrical substation. Initial operations are projected to be online by the end of 2028, with hiring details available closer to that time.
“Cielo is excited to bring our newest project to Gaffney. We look forward to advancing on a site that we think offers connectivity and critical energy access to support data center development. Cherokee County and the state of South Carolina have been superb to work with while creating an environment welcoming to growth in key areas, such as technology infrastructure,” said Cielo Digital Infrastructure Senior Vice President C.J. Maier.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster commented on the investment: “Cielo Digital Infrastructure’s decision to invest $2.1 billion and create 30 new jobs in Cherokee County reinforces South Carolina’s reputation as a place where top technology companies can thrive. We are proud that high-tech companies like Cielo continue to see the value in our talented workforce and pro-business climate.”
Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III added, “We are pleased to welcome Cielo Digital Infrastructure to South Carolina’s innovative technology industry. This announcement reflects a strong vote of confidence in Cherokee County and all of rural South Carolina, and we congratulate Cielo on this remarkable investment.”
Cherokee County Council Chairman Tim Spencer remarked, “Cielo Digital Infrastructure’s $2.1 billion investment marks a transformative moment for Cherokee County. This project not only brings cutting-edge technology to our region but also creates high-quality jobs and long-term economic growth. We are proud to welcome Cielo and look forward to a strong partnership that benefits our community for generations to come.”
