Meta Considers Nuclear Power for Data Centers

Meta is considering using nuclear power to run its data centers, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and decrease its carbon footprint.

Meta Embraces Nuclear Power

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has confirmed plans to power its U.S. data centers using nuclear energy. The company is now accepting proposals from nuclear energy developers to undertake this project, aiming to add between one and four gigawatts of nuclear capacity starting in the early 2030s.

Seeking Experienced Partners

In its request for proposals, Meta is looking for partners experienced with Small Modular Reactors (SMR) or larger nuclear reactors. According to Axios, the company is open to any geographic location for potential nuclear sites.

Ecological Challenges

Previously, Meta considered a nuclear-powered data center, as reported by The Financial Times earlier this year. However, the project was scrapped after discovering a rare species of bees near the planned site.

The Nuclear Trend in Tech

Meta is not alone in its nuclear ambitions within the tech industry. Google recently announced a deal to build several reactors in the U.S., aiming to add 500 megawatts of power from SMRs. Meanwhile, Microsoft has plans to revive the Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Pennsylvania to support its AI development.

It appears that nuclear energy is becoming an increasingly popular option among tech giants to power their infrastructures.