Meta signs long-term PPA with Longroad Energy in Texas

Zachary Skidmore | Source: Data Center Dynamics | Posted 01/03/2025

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Meta has signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with US-based renewable energy company Longroad Energy to purchase 100 percent of the output of the 300MWac (400MWdc) '1000 Mile' solar project in Yoakum County, Texas.

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Meta has entered into a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with Longroad Energy to acquire all the energy output from the 1000 Mile solar project in Yoakum County, Texas. The renewable energy obtained from this project will be used to power Meta's data center operations in Texas, aligning with their commitment to utilizing 100 percent clean and renewable energy.

Longroad Energy will supply the energy generated by the 300MWac solar project to the Southwest Power Pool grid, supporting Meta's data center facilities in Texas. This partnership marks Longroad's initial project within the SPP footprint and is set to commence commercial activity in 2026. Furthermore, Meta and Longroad have collaborated on over 1.3GW of projects, with the 1000 Mile project being the largest endeavor to date.

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