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Meta Signs Large Texas Solar Deal While Data Centers Still Run on Gas
Original: Meta Announces Large Solar Purchase Agreement in Texas, But It’s Powering Some Data Centers With Gas
Meta has announced a large solar purchase agreement in Texas as it expands its data center footprint, but the company continues to power some of those facilities with natural gas. The move highlights a tension between the tech giant's renewable energy commitments and the rising electricity demands of AI-driven infrastructure, drawing scrutiny from climate watchers.
Why now: Meta's reliance on fossil fuels despite its clean energy pledges raises questions about the climate impact of AI and data center growth.
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- Meta Announces Large Solar Purchase Agreement in Texas, But It’s Powering Some Data Centers With Gas · Inside Climate News
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