Meta Doubles Down on Clean Energy

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has taken a significant leap in its sustainability journey by signing a series of new agreements to source nearly 800 megawatts (MW) of solar and wind power for its U.S. data centers. This move not only cements Meta’s leadership in corporate clean energy procurement but also highlights the broader tech industry’s rapid transition toward renewable energy to power the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing.

The Details: Four New Projects, Three States

Meta’s latest clean energy push comes through four new power purchase agreements (PPAs) with renewable energy developer Invenergy. The deals will deliver a total of 791 MW of solar and wind power from projects located in Ohio, Arkansas, and Texas. The breakdown includes:

• Yellow Wood Solar (Ohio): 300 MW

• Pleasant Prairie Solar (Ohio): 140 MW

• Decoy Solar (Arkansas): 155 MW

• Seaway Wind (Texas): 196 MW

These projects are expected to come online between 2027 and 2028, supplying electricity to local grids while Meta receives the clean energy credits to meet its sustainability targets.

Powering the AI Revolution Sustainably

Meta’s data centers are the backbone of its global operations, supporting everything from social media feeds to advanced AI workloads. As AI development accelerates, so does the demand for reliable, clean energy. “We’re laser-focused on advancing our AI ambitions—and to do that, we need clean, reliable energy,” said Urvi Parekh, Meta’s Head of Global Energy.

The company’s partnership with Invenergy now totals 1,800 MW of renewable energy, making it one of the largest corporate clean energy buyers in the world. Meta’s clean energy portfolio spans nearly 10 gigawatts (GW) globally, supporting its goal to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2030.

A Broader Industry Trend

Meta’s aggressive renewable energy strategy is emblematic of a larger shift within the tech sector. Data centers, which account for a growing share of global electricity consumption, are at the forefront of clean energy adoption. Industry-wide, tech giants are investing in solar, wind, geothermal, and even nuclear power to meet surging energy needs and sustainability commitments.

Key industry trends include:

• Hybrid Energy Solutions: Integration of solar, wind, and battery storage for reliability.

• Hourly Emissions Matching: Aligning energy use with renewable generation patterns.

• Innovative Procurement: Adoption of granular, time-stamped renewable energy certificates.

Economic and Environmental Impact

Meta’s clean energy investments are not just about sustainability—they also drive economic growth. The company claims its renewable projects have created 74,000 jobs (measured in worker years) over the past decade and have contributed to local economies across 27 U.S. states and six countries.

What’s Next?

With clean energy investments outpacing fossil fuels for the first time in 2025, and solar power leading the charge, the tech industry’s commitment to renewables is set to accelerate. Meta’s latest deals signal that powering the digital future—and the AI revolution—will increasingly depend on clean, sustainable energy sources.

Table: Meta’s Latest Renewable Energy Projects

Total new capacity: 791 MW

Meta’s green energy push is more than a corporate initiative—it’s a bellwether for the future of technology and sustainability. As data centers become the engines of the digital economy, their power sources are set to become cleaner, smarter, and more resilient than ever before.