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Contrastingly, California was dismissed as a candidate for the facility due to its prohibitive cost of living, expensive energy, and unpredictable political climate. Palmer succinctly stated, “There was a 0% chance at any point of Arsenal One being located in California,” underscoring Ohio's perceived advantages for a project of this magnitude.
The Role of Incentives
The state of Ohio has also provided substantial financial incentives to facilitate the establishment of Arsenal One, offering a robust package worth hundreds of millions. While Palmer noted the specifics would be handled by others, the financial backing played a role in the final decision to set up shop in Ohio.