Meta Targets 1-4 GW of Nuclear Power for AI Data Centers, Boosting Grid Reliability

Dec 3, 2024, 11:31 PM

Meta Platforms Inc. has announced its intention to secure between 1 to 4 gigawatts of new nuclear energy generation capacity in the U.S. by the early 2030s. This move aims to power its AI data centers and support the U.S. electric grid, aligning with the company's AI innovation and sustainability objectives. Meta is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to identify nuclear energy developers for full-scale projects, from real estate to operation, focusing on new reactors like small modular reactors (SMRs). The initiative is part of a broader trend among tech giants like Amazon and Google, who are also turning to nuclear power to fuel their energy-intensive AI data centers with zero-carbon electrons. The company's stock hit a new all-time high on the day of the announcement, reflecting investor confidence in this strategic direction.