Meta Secures 650 MW Solar Power For Data Centers

Tech behemoth Meta has made a significant step in its clean energy goals by signing two long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with top energy provider AES to purchase 650 megawatts (MW) of solar electricity in Texas and Kansas. These agreements will provide renewable energy to power Meta's fast-growing data center operations in the United States, bolstering the company's dedication to sustainability and its objective of achieving net-zero emissions throughout its whole value chain by 2030.

The solar electricity generated under the new PPAs will come from projects being developed by AES in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) area, which includes many central U.S. states and regulates the wholesale electricity market and power grid. By obtaining energy from this area, Meta guarantees a steady and inexpensive supply of renewable electricity to power its enormous data operations, which support platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

With its headquarters in Virginia, AES has grown in recent years to become one of the largest power companies in the world, with a greater emphasis on clean energy options. The strategic alliance was highlighted by Andrés Gluski, President and CEO of AES, who said, "AES is proud to partner with Meta to provide reliable and affordable renewable energy that supports their data center expansion and ambitious sustainability goals." We remain the preferred partner for leading firms in the artificial intelligence industry, such as Meta, by offering energy solutions that provide quick time-to-power and affordable power.

A wider initiative by Meta to retain its position as a leader in environmental responsibility includes its partnership with AES. Meta has already reached its 2020 goal of obtaining 100% of its operational energy needs from renewable sources. The firm stated in its most recent sustainability update that its supported wind and solar projects are anticipated to add about 9.8 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity to the United States' electricity grids by the end of 2025.

Meta's long list of clean energy agreements signed in recent years continues to grow with this most recent news. The business signed four environmental attribute purchase agreements (EAPAs) earlier in 2025 with Zelestra, a renewable energy company with headquarters in Madrid. These agreements will supply 595 MW of renewable electricity to support Meta's data centers in Texas, enhancing the state's vital role in the company's energy transition plan.

Additionally, Meta just inked an EAPA with Engie North America for 200 MW of solar energy from the Anson 2 solar project in Jones County, Texas. This was preceded by a prior deal for 260 MW of solar energy from Engie's Sypert Branch facility in Milam County, Texas. In addition to helping meet Meta's energy needs, these agreements also introduce fresh renewable capacity online in important regional marketplaces, which promotes grid resilience and environmental advantages for local communities.

Meta's Global Head of Energy, Urvi Parekh, shared her optimism about the partnership with AES and the larger effects of the company's sustainability initiatives. "We are excited to collaborate with AES to advance these two solar energy projects. These remedies will contribute additional production in these markets and help us achieve our objective of using entirely clean and renewable energy, she said.

Meta's ambitious renewable energy plan is in line with a growing trend among major tech firms who are increasingly investing in sustainability as a core component of corporate responsibility. Businesses like Meta are under growing pressure to lower their environmental footprint due to the massive amount of energy used by data centers. By actively promoting the development and operation of renewable energy projects, Meta is helping to bring about a wider shift toward a more sustainable energy future while also ensuring that its operations have access to cleaner energy.

The company's ongoing investments in solar and wind projects demonstrate a clear long-term vision that places environmental impact on par with technological innovation. The need for data infrastructure, as well as the electricity necessary to support it, will increase dramatically as cloud computing and artificial intelligence continue to proliferate. With clean energy at the center of its operations, Meta's proactive measures guarantee that this expansion is powered responsibly.

Meta is strengthening its position as a world leader in corporate sustainability by not only protecting its future energy needs through the new agreements with AES. Other firms attempting to strike a balance between digital expansion and environmental responsibility might learn a lot from the company's dedication to speeding up the transition to clean energy.