AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLife Sciences: South Carolina’s sector is valued at more than $25 billion and supports over 87,000 jobs, according to a state-focused report. Officials say it is the state’s fastest-growing industry, with average wages around $103,000. Solar Manufacturing: First Solar has completed the initial phase of its South Carolina plant, bringing 1.7 gigawatts of annual module capacity online toward a planned 3.4 gigawatts. Automotive Manufacturing: Scout Motors has built its first production vehicle in Blythewood, marking a milestone for the company’s South Carolina operation. Savannah River Site: A fire at a lab on the former nuclear weapons complex prompted a brief emergency and disrupted nearby travel; officials said no contamination was found outside the lab. Wildlife Research: South Carolina researchers are studying whether culverts can help prevent the spread of a deadly disease among at-risk bats.
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