Summary
Meta has entered into agreements with Vistra, TerraPower, and Oklo to secure up to 6.6 GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2035. The deals include extending the life and uprating three existing nuclear plants, and supporting the development of advanced reactors. These projects will supply power to Meta’s data centers, including its Prometheus supercluster in Ohio, and are expected to create thousands of jobs while reinforcing the US nuclear supply chain.
Key points
- Meta has signed agreements with Vistra, TerraPower, and Oklo to secure up to 6.6 GW of nuclear energy by 2035.
- The agreements include life extension and uprates for three existing Vistra nuclear plants (Perry, Davis-Besse, Beaver Valley) and support for new advanced reactors from TerraPower (Natrium) and Oklo (Aurora Powerhouse).
- TerraPower’s agreement covers up to eight Natrium units (2.8 GW capacity, 1.2 GW storage), with first delivery targeted for 2032.
- Oklo will develop a nuclear campus in Pike County, Ohio, with up to 1.2 GW capacity, potentially online by 2030.
- These projects are expected to create thousands of construction and operational jobs, and reinforce Meta’s position as a major corporate purchaser of nuclear energy.
Why it matters
- This marks one of the largest corporate-backed nuclear energy procurements in the US, supporting grid reliability and decarbonization.
- The agreements provide financial certainty for advanced reactor developers, potentially accelerating deployment timelines.
- Meta’s approach aligns with other recent corporate clean energy procurements but is notable for its scale and focus on nuclear, following a 2025 deal with Constellation Energy to extend the Clinton plant’s life.
- The projects support the PJM grid region, which is facing increasing demand from data centers and AI workloads.
- This initiative may serve as a model for other large energy consumers seeking firm, low-carbon power for digital infrastructure.
Source
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