Meta’s natural gas binge could power South Dakota
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Meta is funding ten natural gas plants in Louisiana to power its new Hyperion AI data center, significantly increasing the company's carbon footprint.Summary
Meta is constructing ten natural gas power plants in Louisiana to support its massive Hyperion AI data center, which will require as much electricity as the entire state of South Dakota. While Meta has previously emphasized its commitment to renewable energy, this shift toward natural gas is expected to increase the company's annual carbon emissions by 12.4 million metric tons, a 50% rise over its 2024 footprint. Critics note that this calculation excludes significant methane leaks from the gas supply chain, which could further exacerbate the environmental impact of the project.
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