Meta Platforms to Power AI Data Centers with Wind and Solar Energy
Major Clean Energy Deals Support Meta’s Rapid AI Expansion
Meta Platforms (META) announced new plans to power its AI data centers with renewable energy, partnering with Invenergy to deliver an additional 791 megawatts of wind and solar power.
- This latest agreement brings Meta’s total renewable energy commitment with Invenergy to 1,800 megawatts—including a previous 760 MW solar deal signed in 2024.
The Silicon Valley-based company, led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is ramping up clean energy procurement to address the soaring power needs of its expanding AI operations.
- The new wind and solar projects, located in Ohio, Arkansas, and Texas, will supply energy to the local grid,
- While Meta will claim clean energy credits for the new capacity, supporting both operational goals and sustainability commitments.
Meta Races to Expand Renewable Energy Portfolio
In addition to Invenergy, Meta has secured agreements with other large solar providers and a geothermal startup,
- And is actively exploring proposals from nuclear energy developers to ensure a diversified and resilient power supply for its data centers.
These efforts are critical as Meta rushes to bring new AI data centers online,
- Keeping pace with rivals Microsoft and Amazon in the race to develop advanced AI infrastructure.
META stock is up 25% year-to-date, reflecting strong investor confidence in the company’s growth and strategic initiatives.
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy for META Stock
Meta Platforms holds a Strong Buy consensus rating among Wall Street analysts, underlining positive sentiment toward its long-term prospects.