Rapid Application of New Technologies
SCRA's R&D Facilities
SCRA’s R&D Facilities are a sustaining economic development asset. To complement its existing locations, SCRA is deploying 3 new Innovation Centers to accelerate commercialization of research discoveries.
SCRA developed and currently manages a Research Parks System with locations in Charleston, Columbia and Anderson. With well over 950,000 square feet of Class A office space within our research parks, we support a variety of space adaptable to most any knowledge-based business. In addition to office space, SCRA offers a variety of meeting and conference rooms with presentation equipment and videoconferencing. Each facility is equipped with next generation internet, teleconferencing capabilities, and an expansive IT infrastructure base.
SCRA’s research parks are home to a diverse tenant base, including such organizations and businesses as the College of Charleston, Boeing, Vought, Webster University and the Charleston Regional Development Alliance. SCRA is actively supporting and recruiting new tenants that promote knowledge economy growth in all areas of the state.
The majority of SCRA’s applied research and commercialization activities take place at the Applied Research Center, a $25 million complex adjacent to the Charleston, SC International Airport, and a short drive from Charleston's unique historic sites.
Land Development Services In addition to managing our own facilities, SCRA is a partner in providing infrastructure for applied research and commercialization. Over 40 research and technology based companies reside in our three parks.
Land and facilities development SCRA has the experience and resources to guide smart expansion, architectural planning, and construction. SCRA has a history of working with clients to construct or modify facilities to meet their program execution demands.
Property and business brokering SCRA is able to offer a suite of physical and digital assets to grow business among a community of knowledge growth companies.
Facilities maintenance and management SCRA’s Research Parks System provides a home to technology-based companies. We provide oversight and continued maintenance and improvements.
Facilities safety and security management Safety and security is a top priority for SCRA, and we employ a team to advise, communicate and enforce policies and regulations.
Corporate Office (Map) SCRA's Corporate Office is located one block from the state capital in downtown Columbia, SC.
Applied Research Center (Map) The majority of SCRA’s applied research and commercialization activities take place at the Applied Research Center. The Applied Research Center is a $25M complex located adjacent to the Charleston International Airport and a short drive to Charleston’s historic district and beaches. The campus is positioned on approximately 20 acres of land and includes three buildings with more than 178,000 square feet of space.
Carolina Research Park Situated on the stretch of I-77 that is rapidly becoming a ‘technology corridor’, the 246-acre Carolina Research Park is just minutes from Columbia, the state capital, and the campus of the University of South Carolina. The Carolina Research Park is home to technology based companies, SC Launch!, SCRA corporate headquarters and EPSCoR.
Clemson Research Park (Map) This 265-acre park is located near the Clemson University campus and just minutes from major interstates. It is the location of part of one of SCRA’s Applied R&D divisions. SCRA provides maintenance and support services for the park on behalf of our partners, Anderson County and Clemson University.