Meta is making one of the biggest energy moves in the tech industry, locking up 6.6 gigawatts of nuclear power to power its Prometheus AI supercluster and upcoming data centers. The move sets a new standard for how big tech companies secure clean and sustainable electricity for AI.
Under the agreements with Vistra, Meta is reviving and upgrading aging nuclear reactors in Ohio and Pennsylvania. This includes 20-year power purchase commitments that keep the Perry, Davis-Besse, and Beaver Valley reactors running while adding 433 megawatts of new capacity to the PJM grid. This shows that Meta is not just looking for offsets, but is actually funding the production of electricity for its data center.
At the same time, in partnership with TerraPower and Oklo, Meta is stepping in as a venture-style investor, paying upfront for electricity and new equipment. It aims to put the Natrium and Aurora fast reactors into actual operation rather than just remaining on slide decks. The move confirms that nuclear energy is becoming a status symbol for large AI companies.
Meta's move to nuclear-powered AI is not just a matter of technology but also geopolitics. It shows that the next stage of the AI race is not just about computing power, but about controlling the clean and continuous megawatts that power AI models.
Overall, Meta's strategy is a clear signal: AI is now an energy story too. Through long-term nuclear deals, the company is securing stable, carbon-free power for the Prometheus supercluster in New Albany, Ohio, and protecting ratepayers from increased costs.
