Meta secured over 6 gigawatts of nuclear power for its data centers in three new deals. The agreements, announced today, include partnerships with both established and emerging nuclear energy providers. Oklo and TerraPower, developers of small modular reactors (SMRs), will each build multiple reactors for Meta. Vistra will supply power from its existing nuclear plants.

The deals resulted from a request for proposals issued by Meta. The company aims to secure a reliable 24/7 power supply to fuel its growing AI infrastructure. This move highlights the increasing demand for nuclear energy from tech giants.

The agreements could validate the SMR approach, where mass manufacturing aims to drive down costs. Meta's commitment provides a crucial opportunity for Oklo and TerraPower to demonstrate the viability of their technology. The industry will be watching closely to see if SMRs can deliver on their promise of affordable, scalable nuclear power.

Tech companies are increasingly turning to nuclear energy to meet their massive power needs. Existing nuclear plants offer a cost-effective baseload solution, but their limited availability is driving interest in SMRs. The future will likely see further investment in both traditional and advanced nuclear technologies.