Meta Targets 1-4 GW of Nuclear Power for AI Data Centers by Early 2030s

Dec 4, 2024, 04:46 AM

Meta Platforms Inc. has announced plans to explore nuclear energy to power its AI data centers, targeting 1-4 gigawatts of new nuclear generation capacity in the U.S. by the early 2030s. The company has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to identify nuclear energy developers to help meet its AI innovation and sustainability objectives. This move aligns Meta with other tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, who are also turning to nuclear power to fuel their energy-intensive operations. The initiative aims to support the U.S. electric grid's reliability while addressing the growing demand for electricity from AI data centers. Meta's exploration into nuclear power is part of a broader trend among tech companies seeking zero-carbon energy solutions.