Penzance

Penzance is pursuing new data center development activity in Berkeley County, West Virginia, positioning itself as both developer and operator in a region with emerging hyperscale infrastructure interest. While specific capacity and investment figures remain undisclosed, Berkeley County's proximity to major fiber corridors and competitive power availability make it an attractive secondary market for colocation or hyperscale builds. This move signals Penzance's expansion beyond its existing portfolio into Appalachian markets, where data center supply remains constrained compared to tier-one hubs. The self-developed model—without an announced general contractor—suggests either early-stage site acquisition or a preference for rolling out a standardized build template across multiple locations. Infrastructure vendors and power procurement teams should monitor this activity as an indicator of increased competition for underdeveloped markets in the Mid-Atlantic region.